Publishing MA
City University London
Key Course Facts
Course Description
Learn about the exciting and fast-moving publishing industry with the Publishing MA from City. From research-led assignments to digital content development, we will give you an extensive range of modern skills and knowledge required to succeed in this fascinating and constantly changing global industry. London is the global heart of the publishing industry, and this MA makes the most of its London location to bring you a commercially and professionally applied programme.
You will learn directly from past and present industry professionals how publishing is continuing to evolve alongside the digital revolution.
Our programme gives you an applied understanding of how physical and digital texts are conceived, developed and marketed.
This MA looks at the different sectors of the publishing industry, including commercial fiction and non-fiction publishing, children’s publishing, education and academic publishing.
Your learning will be directly influenced by your own publishing interests, allowing you to write assignments focused on a topic and sector of the industry of your choice.
The MA looks at the big challenges facing the industry, from diversity to sustainability, and, crucially, helps students to build their creativity and innovation skills, to better equip them for the world of work.
Together with research-led and industry-led analytical assignments, you will develop key publishing skills in print and digital publishing that are core to most entry-level jobs in publishing.
Entry Requirements / Admissions
**You should have: **
- an upper second class honours degree or the equivalent from an international institution;
- evidence of a commitment to a career in publishing (such as experience within bookselling or publishing, voluntary or professional experience on a publication);
- or evidence of research into current industry conditions.
You are also encouraged to apply if you have relevant professional experience.
Costs
Tuition Fees Publishing MA
| EU | £9550 | year 1 |
|---|---|---|
| England UK | £5670 | year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £5670 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £5670 | year 1 |
| Wales | £5670 | year 1 |
| International | £9550 | year 1 |
Average student cost of living in London
| Rent | £518 |
| Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
| Supermarket shopping | £81 |
| Clothing | £35 |
| Eating out | £33 |
| Alcohol | £27 |
| Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
| Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
| Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
| Transport within city | £17 |
| Self-care / sports | £20 |
| Stationary / books | £13 |
| Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
| Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
| Insurance | £51 |
| Other | £95 |
| Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
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About City University London
Founded in 1894, City University London (a.k.a. City) is located in Central London. Due to its location, City attracts students from around the world, and as a result offers a diverse campus culture. The facilities on-site have been developed with each student’s future work environment in mind. So Law students have access to simulation courts of law, and future Nurses can expect to make use of mock medical wards. Academics aside, being located in Central London means learners can get around quickly thanks to the numerous public transport options in the area.
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Student composition of City University London
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Total number of students enrolled at City University London by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 11620
- postgraduates:
- 4690
- Total:
- 16310
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Publishing MA | University of Derby | - | - | - | £7800 | £14900 | - | Derby | On campus Full-time |
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Creative Writing and Publishing MA | City University London | - | - | - | £5140 | £8390 | - | London | On campus Part-time |
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Children's Publishing MA | Bath Spa University | - | - | - | £8825 | £17065 | - | Bath | On campus Full-time |
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Publishing MA | Kingston University | - | - | - | £10900 | £17700 | - | Kingston upon Thames | On campus Full-time |
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Creative Writing and Publishing MA | Bournemouth University | - | - | - | £9500 | £17000 | - | Poole | online Part-time |
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Publishing MA | University of Central Lancashire | - | - | - | - | - | - | Preston | On campus Full-time |
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