Media, Culture and Society

University of East Anglia UEA
Postgraduate MA Full-time 1 Year Digital media, production, and technologyMedia studiesPR and communicationsSociologyHistory of artPolitics

About this course

Overview

If you’re interested in learning more about how changing technology impacts our culture and society, or what role the digital sphere plays in culture and communication, we invite you to join us on this MA.

Studying and working in the media requires an acute awareness of the way media and culture shape people’s understanding of - and responses to - their world. Making sense of such a fast-moving area all depends on knowledge of the array of factors that influence the production, distribution, and consumption of media content.

Our MA in Media, Culture and Society is a vibrant, interdisciplinary course where you’ll develop theoretical knowledge and in-depth understanding of a range of key issues related to the impact of media on culture and society. You’ll be introduced to the theories, concepts, debates, and approaches to studying media and culture. You’ll also have the flexibility to tailor your degree to your interests, choosing from a wide variety of modules in digital media, PR, cinema, and more. You’ll develop your interests even further in your dissertation, where you’ll be supervised by an expert academic on a research topic of your choice.

Aside from your time in the classroom, we offer a huge range of activities for you to get involved with, from internships, placements, staff-student debates, or even opportunities to contribute to our blog and podcast series! We also host a regular speaker series featuring academics and politicians debating and discussing the hottest political topics of the day.

This dynamic Master's programme will equip you with the tools and skills necessary for success in a diverse range of careers, including media and journalism, PR, corporate roles, government positions, civil service, NGOs, or further academic study.

Disclaimer

Course details are subject to change. You should always confirm the details on the provider's website: www.uea.ac.uk

Study Options

This course is available in 2 study options:

Part-time

Duration: 2 Years

Qualification: MA

Location: Norwich

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 1 Year

Qualification: MA

Location: Norwich

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
3416 Arts officers, producers and directors
3412 Authors, writers and translators
2435 Professional/Chartered company secretaries
2431 Management consultants and business analysts

Course Details

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