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University of Westminster, London: School of Media and Communication
http://www.westminster.ac.uk/media-and-communication-courses
Media and Communication at Westminster
Westminster is a pioneer in media education, introducing the first undergraduate media degree to the UK in 1975. Our research reputation, wide range of practical courses and close location to the UK's media capital have helped us to develop strong links with industry. This allows us to provide networking events, workshops and guest lectures for our students. We have strong relationships with a wide range of broadcasting houses and media agencies in London, one of the pre-eminent global centres for media and communication.
We offer postgraduate, full and part-time courses in a range of media and communication specialisms.
Top reasons to study with us
- Westminster is ranked top 15 among UK institutions for Media Studies in the QS World University Rankings 2023. The University is also ranked in the Top 15 in the Complete University Guide 2024 for 'Graduate prospects' in Communication and Media Studies.
- State-of-the-art facilities – We’re exceptionally well equipped with professional-standard facilities which include professional film, television, and production studios, radio stations, podcast and broadcasting suites and launching in 2024, our new games hub, equipped with the latest technology. You’ll have access to industry standard resources such media production kits, cameras, recorders and the software you need to create traditional audio/video and online work, as well as innovative AR and VR projects.
- Teaching expertise – You’ll learn from industry professionals and media academics, who'll support you in becoming an informed and forward-thinking media practitioner.
- Industry connections and employability – We have an excellent reputation for our skilled and creative graduates, and you’ll be supported in gaining work experience and networking with industry professionals throughout your course.
- London’s vibrant industry – Our location in London remains a key global centre for the creative media business. You’ll have many opportunities to hear from industry guest speakers, and access internships, professional experience and graduate employment.
- World-leading research – Learn from leading researchers. Many of our academics are internationally renowned researchers, working at our world-leading Communication and Media Research Institute (CAMRI). Our research achieves real-world impact and we are proud to claim a rich and diverse profile of high-quality research and knowledge exchange in a wide range of media and communication disciplines.
Our courses
- Business of Film MA
- Communication MA
- Data, Culture and Society MA
- Digital Media: Storytelling and Production MA
- Film, Television and Moving Image MA
- Global Media MA
- Interactive Media Practice MA
- International Media Business MA
- Media and Development MA
- Media Management MA
- Media, Campaigning and Social Change MA
- Multimedia Journalism (Broadcast) MA
- Multimedia Journalism (Print & Online) MA
- Public Relations MA
- Social Media and Digital Communication MA
Career Opportunities
A career in media and communication covers an exciting and diverse range of disciplines and roles such as journalists, editors, broadcasters, filmmakers, producers, public relations specialists, advertisers, content creators, social media managers, and more. While each profession demands a distinct set of skills, strong writing, communication, technical, and creative abilities are crucial for success in the industry. An essential skill across all these roles is effectively creating and distributing content to engage audiences. Media professionals typically integrate technological skill with creativity to produce informative, promotional, or entertaining content.
About Westminster
At Westminster, we are committed to helping students from a variety of backgrounds realise their full potential. With more than 19,000 students across our undergraduate, postgraduate and professional courses, from 169 different nationalities, we welcome students from all over the world. We have four campuses across London and a range of impressive venues including our very own cinema, gallery spaces, sports facilities and more. Watch our We AreWestminster video, performed and written by Westminster graduate, former SU president and spoken-word poet, Zahra Butt.
Our spacious Harrow campus is dedicated to the creative disciplines and equipped with a broad range of state-of-the-art facilities. Located just a 20-minute tube ride away from Central London – near the media and communication industries.
Watch a quick video of what our Harrow Campus has to offer:
Find out more
Visit the website to see full details of Media and Communication at Westminster.
To find out more about our courses, speak with course teams, find out about support services and opportunities we provide and to see the campus, join our next Open Evening Wednesday 5 June 2024, 5.30-7pm.
Available courses
- Media and Development (MA)
- Media, Campaigning and Social Change (MA/Postgraduate Certificate - PgCert/Postgraduate Diploma - PgDip)
- Media Management (MA)
- Multimedia Journalism (Broadcast) (MA)
- Multimedia Journalism (Print and Online) (MA)
- Public Relations (MA)
- Social Media and Digital Communication (MA)
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