Media Industries MA

at University of Leeds

You’ll develop your knowledge of the full range of media industries through core modules that run in each semester.
 

You’ll be introduced to issues and debates in media studies as well as the impacts of developments such as digitalisation and marketisation. Then you’ll explore the organisational dynamics of industries such as television, film, music, digital media, newspapers, magazines and advertising to consider what it’s like to work in them.
 

Throughout the course, you’ll also be preparing for your dissertation through the Dissertation and Research Methods module. Your dissertation is a major independent research project on a topic of your choice, which you submit at the end of the course.
 

Alongside the compulsory modules, you’ll be able to tailor the course to suit your own interests and career aspirations. You'll select from a range of optional modules on topics such as television narrative, identity and media, political communication, cultural policy, international film industries and public relations, among others.

Modules

Year 1

Compulsory modules

• Dissertation and Research Methods    
• The Media Industries    
• Media Production Analysis

A bachelor degree with a 2:1 (Hons) in: sociology, literature, communication studies, media studies or cultural industry studies/management. We may give preference to applicants who exceed our entry requirements.
 

Relevant professional experience may also be considered from an applicant with an undergraduate degree in a preferred subject. We may request additional documenation to inform our decision. Please note that meeting the entry requirements of this course doesn't guarantee an offer of a place.

English language requirements

IELTS 6.5 overall, with no less than 6.0 in any component. For other English qualifications, read English language equivalent qualifications.

Fees

• UK: £10,250 (total)
• International: £23,000 (total)
   

This course will give you a wide range of knowledge, as well as advanced skills in research, critical analysis and communication that will serve you well in a variety of careers in the management and production of media content, both in the UK and worldwide. Our graduates have gone on to work in communications roles in broader contexts within the British Council and embassies, as well as roles in PR, social media, web video production, journalism and TV production.