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    MA Media and Communication

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    Poole, GBMAIn-person1 year
    £17,000.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo

    MA Media and Communication at Bournemouth University is a 1-year, in-person MA program based in Poole, GB. Tuition is £17,000.

    About the program

    Covers media and communication theory, practical skills in text, video, and audio, with optional units in areas like branding and global challenges, and a major project.

    Focus: both
    151-200 (QS Subject Rankings for Communication and Media Studies) | 31 (Complete University Guide Subject Ranking)

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    Deadlines

    September 2026
    Jun 30, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    optional
    Min Overall score of 88 with minimum of 20 in each component (Listening, Reading, Writing, Speaking).
    IELTS
    optional
    Min IELTS (Academic) 6.5 with a minimum of 6.5 in writing and 6.0 in each component of speaking, listening and reading.

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    2 years (Graduate Route)

    £20,922.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does MA Media and Communication at Bournemouth University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for MA Media and Communication at Bournemouth University is £17,000.
    Is MA Media and Communication at Bournemouth University online or in-person?
    MA Media and Communication at Bournemouth University is offered in-person.
    How long does MA Media and Communication at Bournemouth University take to complete?
    MA Media and Communication at Bournemouth University is structured around 1 year.
    What GPA is required for MA Media and Communication at Bournemouth University?
    Per the program's published guidance: 2:2 honours degree
    What work-permit options follow MA Media and Communication at Bournemouth University?
    Post-completion work rights for MA Media and Communication at Bournemouth University: 2 years (Graduate Route)