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MSc Media & Communication

University of Strathclyde

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Course options

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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    John Anderson Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    21-SEP-26

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

This MSc offers an interdisciplinary approach to the study of media and communication, drawing on expertise across the social sciences. The programme enables you to develop critical and analytical skills relevant to contemporary media environments and policy contexts.There are two routes of study available for this course. Students on both routes benefit from shared core teaching, academic supervision and dissertation requirements, ensuring a coherent MSc experience while allowing for structured specialisation.This route provides a broad and flexible introduction to contemporary media and communication studies. You will develop critical understanding of media, culture, communication practices and policy, and select optional modules that reflect your individual interests.The route is suitable if you are seeking careers across media, communications, policy and related professional fields.The Research Methods pathway is particularly suitable if you are considering progression to postgraduate research (PhD) study or research-focused careers. It provides methodological training at a level appropriate for PGR entry and supports preparation for competitive research funding applications.By combining core media and communication teaching with substantial quantitative and qualitative methods training, the pathway equips graduates with skills applicable across academia, public policy, the third sector and wider social-science research settings.

Tuition fees

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£ 23,550per year

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University information

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University of Strathclyde

University of Strathclyde

  • University League Table

    39th

  • Campus address

    John Anderson Campus, 16 Richmond Street, Glasgow, Glasgow, G1 1XQ, United Kingdom

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Welcoming almost 30,000 students from over 140 countries, Strathclyde offers a supportive and vibrant university experience for students of all backgrounds.
Strathclyde offers numerous scholarships and funding opportunities to support students in their studies.
It's home to an International Study Centre offering international students the option to complete pre-master's programmes.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Communication & Media Studies

    8th out of 92 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 198
    198 100%

    1st

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    70.0 70%

    23rd

    11

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.12 78%

    64th

    5

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