Communication, Media and Development

Loughborough University
Postgraduate MA Full-time 1 Year Digital media, production, and technologyMedia studiesPR and communications

About this course

Are you interested in the power of communication as a tool for social change? Develop specialist skills and knowledge on our MA Communication, Media and Development so you’re ready to play your part in this dynamic, impactful field.

New forms of communication and storytelling are vital in addressing some of today’s global challenges. From climate change and sustainability, to global poverty, minority rights, peacebuilding and more.

Whether you want to work at the global or local level, you’ll need expert knowledge of development theories and contemporary communication practices – along with a potent communication skillset and a critical, problem-solving mindset. If you want to add your voice to the social change sector, this course is for you.

Develop career-ready skills and know-how On this master’s, you’ll study real-world practices, nurturing an analytical approach while exploring topics like social movements, digital media and corporate social responsibility. Build work-ready skills along the way, through a mix of multi-media presentations, visual communications and reports, plus podcasting.

Loughborough London is the leading hub of research in this specialist area. The course is continually refreshed with input from partner organisations like UNICEF, the International Paralympic Committee, BBC Media Action and IT4Change. Hear from their experts in guest lectures and benefit from even deeper insights through collaborative modules and projects.

A stepping stone to a meaningful communications career This master’s will prepare you for roles dealing with social and behaviour change communication, social impact communication and community media.

You’ll have the sector know-how and skills needed to support NGOs, UN agencies, government departments, charities and social enterprises, or consultancies. So you can be part of the movement driving a better future.

Study Options

This course is available in 2 study options:

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 1 Year

Qualification: MA

Location: London

Part-time

Duration: 2 Years

Qualification: MA

Location: London

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

1133 Public relations and communications directors
2435 Professional/Chartered company secretaries
3417 Photographers, audio-visual and broadcasting equipment operators
3416 Arts officers, producers and directors
2472 Archivists, conservators and curators
2471 Librarians

Course Details

Qualification
MA
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
1 Year
Start Date
2025
Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
London
Scheme
Postgraduate
Subjects
Digital media, production, and technology, Media studies, PR and communications