Digital Media and Global Communication (Online)

University of Birmingham
Postgraduate MA Distance learning (part-time) 2.5 Years Digital media, production, and technologyMedia studiesPR and communications

About this course

Our online MA in Digital Media and Global Communication combines practice, theory, and career support to equip you with the skills, language, and reasoning needed for creation, communication, and leadership across global digital culture.

You'll be equipped with the practical skills, language, and tools needed to advance your career in a broad range of media, communications, and creative industries. Taught by industry practitioners, and informed by active research, this course provides you with an interdisciplinary skill set that’s in high demand in the rapidly evolving world of digital media.

Course highlights Most postgraduate communication programmes fall into two broad categories: theoretical or practical. The former focuses more on theory and research while the latter focuses on applied skills relevant to your career. Our course combines both theory and practice to equip you with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to advance in your career.

  • The course is taught and facilitated by the same academics and active practitioners who also teach our in-person postgraduate programmes.

  • You'll be equipped with the practical skills and support for career advancement, and develop the language and confidence to lead on a digital/globalised stage.

  • The curriculum is informed by multiple departments for a unique multidisciplinary perspective.

  • You'll explore different national and international cultures to develop a truly global skill set that leaves you well-prepared for a transnational career.
  • Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    1133 Public relations and communications directors
    3417 Photographers, audio-visual and broadcasting equipment operators
    4135 Library clerks and assistants
    3416 Arts officers, producers and directors
    2435 Professional/Chartered company secretaries
    2472 Archivists, conservators and curators

    Course Details

    Qualification
    MA
    Study Mode
    Distance learning (part-time)
    Duration
    2.5 Years
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Birmingham
    Scheme
    Postgraduate
    Subjects
    Digital media, production, and technology, Media studies, PR and communications