Media and Public Relations MA
Media and Public Relations MA
Full time: 12 months, part time: 24 months
Profile
This course combines public relations practice with theoretical analysis of the media. Theoretical studies are put in context by social, cultural, economic and political issues.
Your course during COVID-19
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Recognition of professional qualifications outside of the UK
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About this course
The course is suitable both for students who have some PR knowledge through their undergraduate studies or voluntary work, and PR professionals who wish to develop their academic knowledge and research methods.
Your development
Teaching draws on current research carried out by specialists in media, communication and cultural studies. You will develop:
- a critical understanding of media, culture and society
- knowledge to theorise and analyse media and public relations
- knowledge of media law and public relations regulations in a transnational context
- an understanding of the strengths and weaknesses of different types of data dissemination
- analytical and critical skills to assess and conduct research in the field of media and PR
- the ability to deliver and evaluate a PR event in the public, private and voluntary sectors
- skills to set up a campaign network and deliver PR campaign messages
- skills to produce effective press releases
Practitioner and research led teaching
Our experienced professional teaching team includes Stephen Waddington:
- our Visiting Professor of PR Practice
- past President of the CIPR
- author of several of the set textbooks
- Former Chief Engagement Officer at Ketchum, one of the world's leading PR consultancies
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Modules
You will study modules on this course. A module is a unit of a course with its own approved aims and outcomes and assessment methods.
Modules for 2020 entry
Module changes
Course content changes
The information above is intended to provide an example of what you will study.
Our teaching is informed by research. Course content changes periodically to reflect developments in the discipline, the requirements of external bodies and partners, and student feedback.
Optional module availability
Student demand for optional modules may affect availability.
Full details of the modules on offer will be published through the Programme Regulations and Specifications ahead of each academic year. This usually happens in May.
To find out more please see our terms and conditions.
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Work experience
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Fees & Funding
2021-2022 fees
The fees displayed here are per year. If your studies last longer than one year your fee may be subject to an annual inflationary increase.
MA
Home
Full time: £8,100
Part time: £4,050
International
Full time: £19,800
EU, other EEA and Swiss nationals
For courses commencing from September 2021 and beyond, EU, other EEA and Swiss nationals will no longer be eligible for home fees or Student Finance England support.
If you are from the EU you will pay international tuition fees.
All students
Find out more about our tuition fees, including how to pay them and available discounts.
Entry Requirements
A 2:1 honours degree, or international equivalent.
We will also consider your application on an individual basis if you have lower or non-standard qualifications and relevant professional experience in:
- the media
- broadcast
- print journalism
Find out the equivalent qualifications for your country.
Use the drop down above to find your country. If your country isn't listed please email: international.recruitment@ncl.ac.uk for further information.
English Language Requirements
Select an English language test from the list to view our English language entry requirements.
Please email us at international.recruitment@ncl.ac.uk for further information.
If you have lower English Language scores, you may be accepted onto a Pre-sessional English course.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, we will be offering our Pre-sessional courses online only from June to September 2020.
Pathway courses
Our Business and Humanities Graduate Diplomas will prepare you for Master's study at Newcastle. If you're successful then you're guaranteed a place on this Master's course. Depending on your level of English, you can choose from:
How to Apply
You apply online, track your application and contact the admissions team via our applicant portal. Our step by step guide can help you on your way.
Students from mainland China
Many high-performing students from China have applied for this postgraduate course. We aim to select a diverse international student cohort. We are suspending applications from mainland China to this course. This will be with effect from 23.59 GMT 20 January 2021. All applications received before this deadline will be considered.
Start dates
The course starts in September. There is no application closing date for this course.
We suggest international students apply at least two months before the course starts. This is so that you have enough time to make the necessary arrangements.
Application fee
There is a non-refundable application fee of £50. You need to pay this before we can process your application.
To pay your application fee and make an application please visit our WebStore.
Deposit Conditions for International Applicants
If you are an international student you may need to pay a deposit of £1,500 to secure your place on the course. If this applies, we will tell you the payment deadline in your offer letter. You won’t need to pay another deposit if you need a visa to study in the UK.