The University of Nottingham
International Media and Communications Studies MA MA
The University of Nottingham

Course modalities offered
  • On campus - h University Park Campus
  • Sep 1, 2023 Full-time - 1 years
  • On campus - h University Park Campus
  • Sep 1, 2023 Part-time - 2 years

Key Course Facts

Course Description

Explore the rapidly changing world of contemporary communications practices, and the problems such practices raise in terms of economics, politics, society and culture. International in its scope and outlook throughout, the course engages with the globalisation of media and communication and the de-Westernisation of media studies. We explore a range of theories and perspectives from around the world as well as empirical findings from transnational comparative research. Particular themes we'll cover include:

  • media and cultural labour

  • agency and power in a digital era

  • the ethics and politics of communication practices

Language learning is integral to the course. There are options across European, Asian and Arabic languages, with levels to suit your existing skills. We're a multidisciplinary department and you'll benefit from staff expertise across a range of specialisations, including:

  • media studies

  • digital media

  • critical theory

  • cultural studies

  • cultural industries

Find out more about the department and current research - nottingham.ac.uk/cmvs

Entry Requirements / Admissions

Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study International Media and Communications Studies MA, MA, if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.

Costs

Average student cost of living in the UK

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.

Source: Own research based on surveys and university data

University Rankings

Positions of The University of Nottingham in top UK and global rankings.

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About The University of Nottingham

The University of Nottingham is a government funded research university based in Nottingham, England. Their aim is to become global leaders in education and research, cultivating a culture of curiosity and ambition. The university’s main campus is located approximately half an hour’s bus ride away from Nottingham city centre, which gives students the peace and quiet they need to study while not removing them completely from metropolitan comforts.

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Student composition of The University of Nottingham

Total number of students enrolled at The University of Nottingham by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
undergraduates:
27810
postgraduates:
7620
Total:
35430
Source: Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
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Where is this programme taught

University Park Campus
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