Overview
The Media Studies programme at SOAS University of London is suited to researchers who wish to engage in detailed study of media in Asia or Africa and to those who wish to combine media and communication studies with other disciplines, ranging from the study of language and culture through the humanities to politics, law and international relations in the social sciences.
Employment
Graduates from the Centre for Global Media and Communications gain expertise in media, communications and film production within a global framework. Graduates develop a portfolio of transferable skills including communication skills, interpersonal skills and team work, which are highly respected by employers. Recent graduates have been hired by:
- Africa Mediaworks Ltd.
- Al Jazeera
- Associated Press
- BBC
- Breakthrough Breast Cancer
- British Film Institute
- Channel 5
- Comic Relief
- Cordoba African Film Festival
- Discovery Communications
- Equality Now
- Hackney Film Festival
- International Channel Shanghai
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Visit programme websiteProgramme Structure
Required courses include:- Training Seminar
- CGMC Research Seminar
- Research Methods Course
- Global Media and Communication
- Theoretical and Contemporary Issues in Global Media and Communication
- Theoretical and Contemporary Issues in Media, Communication Technologies and Development
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Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
- Part-time
- 72 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
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Campus Location
- London, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Media Studies & Mass Media View 47 other PhDs in Media Studies & Mass Media in United KingdomExplore more key information
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
- The School's minimum entry requirement for applying for the PhD and VRS programmes is a good UK Master's degree (or overseas equivalent), which is generally in a relevant area to the programme you are applying to.
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Applies to youNon-residents23390 GBP / year≈ 23390 GBP / year -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents4860 GBP / year≈ 4860 GBP / year
Living costs
London
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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