MA Mass Communications

LJMU's Mass Communications MA investigates the significance of media forms, the systems within which they operate and the challenges they face. Develop exceptional transferable skills such as presentation, communication and interpersonal skills, skills in creative and analytical writing, organisation and time management Study a course designed for students from a wide range of academic or vocational backgrounds, including those working within the media, cultural and communication industries Follow a curriculum delivered by academic staff with a proven record in research and teaching Join the cultural workforce with an understanding of how changes in policy and the politics of culture effect communication Media industries and their content are often subject to scrutiny and debates concerning their communicative power and influence, professional practice, ethics and law. This MA will enable you to join the cultural workforce with an understanding of how changes in policy and the politics of culture impact communication. You will examine how communications, institutions and media systems connect with contemporary audience experience and participation. The MA is delivered by academic staff with a proven record in research and teaching mass communications. It considers forms of communication in a range of contexts to highlight their historical development and explore their continued relevance within a contemporary digital media environment. The knowledge you will gain on this course will strengthen your ability to create different kinds of communication for specific audiences, enabling you to understand how cultures are influenced and affected by such forms. You will be able to make ethical, relevant decisions with regards to journalism, academia, TV and radio broadcasting, PR and internet broadcasting and writing for the web.

You will need: Home International Qualification requirements Show all sections Undergraduate degree a minimum second class honours degree in a Humanities or Social Science related discipline Alternative qualifications considered industry experience in a relevant sector such as PR, marketing and journalism. Additional requirements Relevant work experience If you do not have a degree, a minimum of five years work experience in a relevant field such as public relations, journalism, information officers, librarians, marketers, social media managers, social scientists and civil servants will be considered Further information RPL RPL is accepted on this programme International requirements IELTS IELTS English language requirement: 6.0-6.5 (minimum 5.5 in each component) Further information RPL RPL is accepted on this programme Find your country Please Note: All international qualifications are subject to a qualification equivalency check. How to apply Securing your place at LJMU To apply for this programme, you are required to complete an LJMU online application form. You will need to provide details of previous qualifications and a personal statement outlining why you wish to study this programme. Applications are considered by the programme leader and at least two course tutors. They are assessed on your application form and references. You will need to: demonstrate sufficient knowledge to embark on the programme display the potential to develop high level research skills demonstrate the ability and commitment to work at postgraduate level

IELTS IELTS English language requirement: 6.0-6.5 (minimum 5.5 in each component) Further information RPL RPL is accepted on this programme

International students: £18,230 per year

UK students: £8,980 per year

UK/Home: £8,980 per year

International: £18,230 per year

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