Duration and mode of study

Two years by distance learning. We also offer an MA New Media and Society via campus-based study.

Start Dates

January, April, July and October.

Entry requirements

At least a good second-class honours degree in any discipline, though a Social Science degree would be particularly relevant, from an institution recognised by the University. Applicants who do not have a first degree, but who can demonstrate other relevant qualifications and/or experience may also be considered. You may be invited to submit an entry assignment in support of your application.

Fees

These are the total course fees for all students, with the exception of those living in Africa, the Caribbean, West Indies and the United Arab Emirates. For further information, please contact the Distance Learning Team.

July 2012

MA

Home/EU: £6,900

International: £7,930

October 2012, January 2013, April 2013, July 2013

MA

Home/EU: £7,350

International: £8,445

Course aims

In addition to a thorough grounding in the origins, theoretical development and research methods used in the study of media and communication research this programme offers access to academic knowledge about the history, growth and development of the internet and other related wired and wireless technologies, the different applications to which these technologies have been put, and their social and psychological impact upon users and societies. Legal, regulatory and issues linked to the political economy of the internet will also be studied. The programme is international in perspective, examining global developments, but also offers more detailed examination at the local and regional level. It aims to impart knowledge and reflective practice that has relevance to local and regional contexts.

Course modules

• Key Issues and Approaches in Media Study
• Media History and Social Regulation
• Media in Global Context
• Communications and Globalization
• Investigating Media
• Media Industries: Convergence, Divergence
• Professional Practices
• Audience and Reception
• The Political Economy of the New Media
• Communication, Technology and Society

Teaching and assessment methods

The course is studied by distance learning. In Year 1 there are five written assignments and one examination. In Year 2 there are four written assignments and a dissertation of 12,000-15,000 words.

Contact

Distance Learning
Department of Media and Communication
University Road, Leicester LE1 7RH
T: 0116 252 5275/2748
F: 0116 252 5276
mediacom-dl@le.ac.uk
www.le.ac.uk/mediacom

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