School of Media and Communication
6th in the UK for communication and media studies
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School of Media and Communication
From political campaigns and international affairs to popular culture and social networking, communication and the media are at the centre of everyday life. We cannot fully understand modern societies without understanding media and communication.
You’ll critically examine how people share knowledge, values and beliefs through television, journalism, film, online media and beyond. Our degrees emphasise choice and opportunity, allowing you to tailor your degree to your own strengths and interests.
The School of Media and Communication is actively working to build a diverse and inclusive school community that supports all staff and students. Our Equality and Inclusion Lead is Dr Julie Firmstone. You can find out more about our current projects and access staff and student resources here.
88%
"world leading" or "internationally excellent"
Submitted research outputs - REF 2021
4th
in the UK for communication and media studies
QS World University Rankings by Subject 2022
6th
in the UK for communication and media studies
Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2021
Undergraduate
Our undergraduate degree courses combine strengths in communication and media research with the teaching of communication history, theory and practical skills.
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Our Masters degrees are designed to provide you with comprehensive knowledge that is based on both strong theoretical grounding and professional experience.
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Studying for a PhD allows you to explore a subject that fascinates you in great depth and make a meaningful contribution to your chosen field.
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Our research is multidisciplinary, theoretically innovative and socially relevant. We're a leading centre for media and communication research, collaborating with academic institutions, the public sector and media industries, both in the UK and across the globe.
Our vibrant and growing community of PhD students is an essential part of our research culture, and we’re committed to research-led teaching, which is reflected in the range of our degrees.
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