University of East Anglia - Graduate Studies

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Media and International Development

University of East Anglia - Graduate Studies

Degree:Master
Field of Study:Development Economics and International Development
Length:1 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
National: $29,700

Please note fees are converted from £17,100 and may vary in CAD due to exchange rates.

Description:

Get to grips with a fascinating subject on this innovative programme. You’ll address current theories, practice and research surrounding the relationship between media and development, and you’ll have the freedom to choose from a wide range of specialist optional modules and training courses. This Masters programme has three specialist modules - Media and International Development (MID), Media and Development in Practice (MADIP) and Global Media Studies (GMS). This core content is taught by specialist staff with expertise in media and development across a range of thematic areas including refugees and communication, humanitarian journalism, charity campaigns and more. Past graduates have gone on to work in a range of fields including humanitarian communication, NGO communications, development journalism, media development, journalism and academia.

Prerequisites:

Test Scores:
  • International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) or Pearson Test of English (Academic)
Application Notes : We welcome applications from students whose first language is not English. To ensure such students benefit from postgraduate study, we require evidence of proficiency in English. Our usual entry requirements are as follows:


IELTS: 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in only two components with 6.0 in the others)


PTE (Pearson): 52 (minimum 42 in only two components with 6.0 in the others)


Test dates should be within two years of the course start date.


Other tests, including Cambridge English exams and the Trinity Integrated Skills in English are also accepted by the university. The full list of accepted tests can be found here: http://www.uea.ac.uk/study/admissions-info/english-language-equivalencies

Additional Admission Requirements:
    2.1 or equivalent in Social Sciences, preferably media or development. Applicants should normally have a good undergraduate degree from a recognised higher education institution. The University will also take into account the employment experience of applicants where relevant.

    Relevant work experience is desirable.

    * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

    Modified on March 21, 2021