Politics and Media in East Asia MA
University of Sheffield
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Focusing on East Asia, learn about how news and current affairs coverage can influence the way we see the world and how countries can influence each other, while setting political agendas.Course descriptionThis course offers comprehensive training addressing both international political issues and media trends in East Asia. You will learn about major international and domestic political trends in the region, while developing a comprehensive understanding of the role media plays in these ...Read more

Focusing on East Asia, learn about how news and current affairs coverage can influence the way we see the world and how countries can influence each other, while setting political agendas.

Course description

This course offers comprehensive training addressing both international political issues and media trends in East Asia. You will learn about major international and domestic political trends in the region, while developing a comprehensive understanding of the role media plays in these developments.

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4/279
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18th
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Josh
14 Feb 25

I love how the uni is next to the city centre and all the areas where people love it. Every part of Sheffield feels different, and I feel the campus almost reflects that. I feel..Read more

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Mia
14 Feb 25

The SU is amazing, such good outlets and events. Societies are also very good. Some facilities could be improved. But I love Sheffield and the student life is great, where..Read more

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Minimum 2:1 undergraduate honours degree.

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£24,270 per year

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Accommodation - Standard with shared bathroom (City) : 4,651.08 (42 weeks)

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Josh
14 Feb 25
Politics - BA (Hons)
I love how the uni is next to the city centre and all the areas where people love it. Every part of Sheffield feels different, and I feel the campus almost reflects that. I feel...
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Mia
14 Feb 25
History and Politics - BA (Hons)
The SU is amazing, such good outlets and events. Societies are also very good. Some facilities could be improved. But I love Sheffield and the student life is great, where...
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