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MSc - Master of Science
London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London
Full Time
SEP
2 Years
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MSc - Master of Science
London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London
Full Time
SEP
2 Years
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The unique MSc double degree in Global Media and Communications enables you to study for one year at LSE in London, the UK's media capital, and one year at the Centre for Film and Media Studies, University of Cape Town, where students will benefit from a range of courses that equip graduates with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills to embark on a career in the film and media industry.The programme will provide you with a critical exploration of mediation in the global context, examining processes of globalisation in relation to organisation, production, consumption and representation in media and communications. In our ever increasingly globalised world, international experience gained on one of our global programmes is invaluable and provides an excellent knowledge and experience base to work from.Graduate destinations:On graduating, our students enter a variety of global careers including broadcasting, journalism, advertising, new media industries, political marketing, market research, regulation and policy, media management and research in both public and private sectors.
Upper second class honours (2:1) degree or equivalent in social science, or a degree in another field with professional experience in media and communications.You only need to apply to LSE but you must meet both the LSE and UCT entry requirements.
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Domestic
£28,900 per year
Students from Domestic
Year 1 (at LSE, 2025/26): Home students: £28,900 Year 2 (at UCT, 2026/27): Home students: Visit the University of Cape Town website
£28,900 per year
Students from EU
Year 1 (at LSE, 2025/26): Overseas students: £28,900 Year 2 (at UCT, 2026/27): Overseas students: Visit the University of Cape Town website
£28,900 per year
Students from International
Year 1 (at LSE, 2025/26): Overseas students: £28,900 Year 2 (at UCT, 2026/27): Overseas students: Visit the University of Cape Town website
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