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University of Exeter: Media and Communications
| Institution | University of Exeter View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | English and Creative Writing |
| Web | https://www.exeter.ac.uk/postgraduate |
| HASSEnquiries@exeter.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | +44 (0)1392 727272 |
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD
Summary
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Become an expert in a particular area whilst studying in a rich, multidisciplinary environment.
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Benefit from excellent facilities, including access to UoE’s Digital Humanities Lab, the Bill Douglas Cinema Museum, computer labs and podcast studios.
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Take part in research seminar series, and lectures by visiting speakers.
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Explore issues and develop skills that are central to everyday life in the 21st century including how to communicate clearly and effectively to specific audiences using specific technologies.
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Our experts can offer supervision in a wide variety of topics (see research overview below)
Research overview Digital communications technologies and social media platforms are central to our everyday reality in the 21st century, and we live in a world saturated by media content. Studying for a Media and Communications PhD at Exeter will allow you to develop deep specialist knowledge in an area of your choice. You will develop skills in key research methodologies and gain theoretical knowledge in your quest to be a productive scholar and critical citizen.
The research expertise of the academic staff not only spans a wide variety of subjects and methodological traditions across the broad field of Media and Communications but are based within the vibrant interdisciplinary environment of the Department of Communications, Drama and Film which shares expertise, research events, and resources across disciplines.
Our experts can offer supervision in a wide variety of topics, including but not limited to:
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Advertising and branding
-
Algorithmic cultures
-
Celebrity studies
-
Communications and the climate crisis
-
Communications and the environment
-
Communications infrastructure
-
Community and grassroots media
-
Digital activism
-
Gender and the media
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Global communications
-
Media and creative industries
-
Media and cultural theory
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Media and democracy
-
Media and migration
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Media and nations
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Media and politics
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Media and social class
-
Media and social movements
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Media and sport
-
Media archeology
-
Media audiences
-
Media ethics
-
Media history
-
Media industries
-
Media policy
-
Nostalgia and cultural memory
-
Popular culture
-
Slow computing
-
Social media
-
The internet
-
Video games
To learn more about modules, assessment methods, facilities and our staff research expertise please visit our course page.
| Study type | Research |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
| Entry requirements | Students applying to enter directly into the MPhil/PhD programme would normally be expected to have a Masters degree with Merit or equivalent in a related subject, or other relevant qualifications such as a doctorate in another subject. |
| Location | University of Exeter - Streatham Campus Northcote House The Queen's Drive Exeter Devon EX4 4QJ |
Summary
-
Become an expert in a particular area whilst studying in a rich, multidisciplinary environment.
-
Benefit from excellent facilities, including access to UoE’s Digital Humanities Lab, the Bill Douglas Cinema Museum, computer labs and podcast studios.
-
Take part in research seminar series, and lectures by visiting speakers.
-
Explore issues and develop skills that are central to everyday life in the 21st century including how to communicate clearly and effectively to specific audiences using specific technologies.
-
Our experts can offer supervision in a wide variety of topics (see research overview below)
Research overview Digital communications technologies and social media platforms are central to our everyday reality in the 21st century, and we live in a world saturated by media content. Studying for a Media and Communications PhD at Exeter will allow you to develop deep specialist knowledge in an area of your choice. You will develop skills in key research methodologies and gain theoretical knowledge in your quest to be a productive scholar and critical citizen.
The research expertise of the academic staff not only spans a wide variety of subjects and methodological traditions across the broad field of Media and Communications but are based within the vibrant interdisciplinary environment of the Department of Communications, Drama and Film which shares expertise, research events, and resources across disciplines.
Our experts can offer supervision in a wide variety of topics, including but not limited to:
-
Advertising and branding
-
Algorithmic cultures
-
Celebrity studies
-
Communications and the climate crisis
-
Communications and the environment
-
Communications infrastructure
-
Community and grassroots media
-
Digital activism
-
Gender and the media
-
Global communications
-
Media and creative industries
-
Media and cultural theory
-
Media and democracy
-
Media and migration
-
Media and nations
-
Media and politics
-
Media and social class
-
Media and social movements
-
Media and sport
-
Media archeology
-
Media audiences
-
Media ethics
-
Media history
-
Media industries
-
Media policy
-
Nostalgia and cultural memory
-
Popular culture
-
Slow computing
-
Social media
-
The internet
-
Video games
To learn more about modules, assessment methods, facilities and our staff research expertise please visit our course page.
| Study type | Research |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
| Entry requirements | Students applying to enter directly into the MPhil/PhD programme would normally be expected to have a Masters degree with Merit or equivalent in a related subject, or other relevant qualifications such as a doctorate in another subject. |
| Location | University of Exeter - Streatham Campus Northcote House The Queen's Drive Exeter Devon EX4 4QJ |
MA
Summary
Designed for aspiring media professionals and scholars, this MA offers an interdisciplinary exploration of media and communication theories, equipping students with critical industry insights and practical skills to navigate and lead within the evolving media landscape. As part of the course, you will critically engage with practices surrounding digital and social media, and gen. AI.
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Media and Communications is a broad interdisciplinary field, bridging elements of theory and practice, and sitting at the intersection of cultural studies, sociology, social anthropology and business studies
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Our MA has been designed with flexibility in mind, providing students with the opportunity to customise their degree depending on their career goals or interests
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It provides students with the advanced level foundation for the next generation of communications professionals, media researchers and educators
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Gain hands-on experience and training within our unique and world-leading research facilities, such as the Digital Humanities Lab and the Bill Douglas Cinema Museum
-
Research-inspired learning through unique modules led by staff research expertise, including video games and social media management-focused modules
To learn more about modules, assessment methods, facilities and our staff research expertise please visit our course page.
| Study type | Taught |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | We will consider applicants with a 2:2 Honours degree or above (or equivalent). We welcome students from any academic background. For full details, including English language requirements and international equivalencies, please visit our course page. |
| Location | University of Exeter - Streatham Campus Northcote House The Queen's Drive Exeter Devon EX4 4QJ |
Summary
Designed for aspiring media professionals and scholars, this MA offers an interdisciplinary exploration of media and communication theories, equipping students with critical industry insights and practical skills to navigate and lead within the evolving media landscape. As part of the course, you will critically engage with practices surrounding digital and social media, and gen. AI.
-
Media and Communications is a broad interdisciplinary field, bridging elements of theory and practice, and sitting at the intersection of cultural studies, sociology, social anthropology and business studies
-
Our MA has been designed with flexibility in mind, providing students with the opportunity to customise their degree depending on their career goals or interests
-
It provides students with the advanced level foundation for the next generation of communications professionals, media researchers and educators
-
Gain hands-on experience and training within our unique and world-leading research facilities, such as the Digital Humanities Lab and the Bill Douglas Cinema Museum
-
Research-inspired learning through unique modules led by staff research expertise, including video games and social media management-focused modules
To learn more about modules, assessment methods, facilities and our staff research expertise please visit our course page.
| Study type | Taught |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | We will consider applicants with a 2:2 Honours degree or above (or equivalent). We welcome students from any academic background. For full details, including English language requirements and international equivalencies, please visit our course page. |
| Location | University of Exeter - Streatham Campus Northcote House The Queen's Drive Exeter Devon EX4 4QJ |
Summary
-
Media and Communications is a broad interdisciplinary field, bridging elements of theory and practice, and sitting at the intersection of cultural studies, sociology, social anthropology and business studies
-
Our MA has been designed with flexibility in mind, providing students with the opportunity to customise their degree depending on their career goals or interests
-
It provides students with the advanced level foundation for the next generation of communications professionals, media researchers and educators
-
Gain hands-on experience and training within our unique and world-leading research facilities, such as the Digital Humanities Lab and the Bill Douglas Cinema Museum
-
Research-inspired learning through unique modules led by staff research expertise, including video games and social media management-focused modules
To learn more about modules, assessment methods, facilities and our staff research expertise please visit our course page.
| Study type | Taught |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | Normally a minimum of a 2:1 Honours degree, or international equivalent, in a relevant subject that includes some coverage of media studies or other theory-focused media-related course, cultural studies, sociology (or a social science course), history, politics, literature, philosophy. We will also consider applicants with a 2:1 Honours degree, or international equivalent, in a non-related subject providing you have at least one year's experience within the fields of media and/or the cultural industries. Additional information may also be requested to consider these applications. For full details, including English language requirements and international equivalencies, please visit our course page. |
| Location | University of Exeter - Streatham Campus Northcote House The Queen's Drive Exeter Devon EX4 4QJ |
Summary
-
Media and Communications is a broad interdisciplinary field, bridging elements of theory and practice, and sitting at the intersection of cultural studies, sociology, social anthropology and business studies
-
Our MA has been designed with flexibility in mind, providing students with the opportunity to customise their degree depending on their career goals or interests
-
It provides students with the advanced level foundation for the next generation of communications professionals, media researchers and educators
-
Gain hands-on experience and training within our unique and world-leading research facilities, such as the Digital Humanities Lab and the Bill Douglas Cinema Museum
-
Research-inspired learning through unique modules led by staff research expertise, including video games and social media management-focused modules
To learn more about modules, assessment methods, facilities and our staff research expertise please visit our course page.
| Study type | Taught |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | Normally a minimum of a 2:1 Honours degree, or international equivalent, in a relevant subject that includes some coverage of media studies or other theory-focused media-related course, cultural studies, sociology (or a social science course), history, politics, literature, philosophy. We will also consider applicants with a 2:1 Honours degree, or international equivalent, in a non-related subject providing you have at least one year's experience within the fields of media and/or the cultural industries. Additional information may also be requested to consider these applications. For full details, including English language requirements and international equivalencies, please visit our course page. |
| Location | University of Exeter - Streatham Campus Northcote House The Queen's Drive Exeter Devon EX4 4QJ |
Summary
-
Media and Communications is a broad interdisciplinary field, bridging elements of theory and practice, and sitting at the intersection of cultural studies, sociology, social anthropology and business studies
-
Our MA has been designed with flexibility in mind, providing students with the opportunity to customise their degree depending on their career goals or interests
-
It provides students with the advanced level foundation for the next generation of communications professionals, media researchers and educators
-
Gain hands-on experience and training within our unique and world-leading research facilities, such as the Digital Humanities Lab and the Bill Douglas Cinema Museum
-
Research-inspired learning through unique modules led by staff research expertise, including video games and social media management-focused modules
To learn more about modules, assessment methods, facilities and our staff research expertise please visit our course page.
| Study type | Taught |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | Normally a minimum of a 2:1 Honours degree, or international equivalent, in a relevant subject that includes some coverage of media studies or other theory-focused media-related course, cultural studies, sociology (or a social science course), history, politics, literature, philosophy. We will also consider applicants with a 2:1 Honours degree, or international equivalent, in a non-related subject providing you have at least one year's experience within the fields of media and/or the cultural industries. Additional information may also be requested to consider these applications. For full details, including English language requirements and international equivalencies, please visit our course page. |
| Location | University of Exeter - Streatham Campus Northcote House The Queen's Drive Exeter Devon EX4 4QJ |
Summary
-
Media and Communications is a broad interdisciplinary field, bridging elements of theory and practice, and sitting at the intersection of cultural studies, sociology, social anthropology and business studies
-
Our MA has been designed with flexibility in mind, providing students with the opportunity to customise their degree depending on their career goals or interests
-
It provides students with the advanced level foundation for the next generation of communications professionals, media researchers and educators
-
Gain hands-on experience and training within our unique and world-leading research facilities, such as the Digital Humanities Lab and the Bill Douglas Cinema Museum
-
Research-inspired learning through unique modules led by staff research expertise, including video games and social media management-focused modules
To learn more about modules, assessment methods, facilities and our staff research expertise please visit our course page.
| Study type | Taught |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | Normally a minimum of a 2:1 Honours degree, or international equivalent, in a relevant subject that includes some coverage of media studies or other theory-focused media-related course, cultural studies, sociology (or a social science course), history, politics, literature, philosophy. We will also consider applicants with a 2:1 Honours degree, or international equivalent, in a non-related subject providing you have at least one year's experience within the fields of media and/or the cultural industries. Additional information may also be requested to consider these applications. For full details, including English language requirements and international equivalencies, please visit our course page. |
| Location | University of Exeter - Streatham Campus Northcote House The Queen's Drive Exeter Devon EX4 4QJ |
Master of Philosophy - MPhil
Summary
-
Become an expert in a particular area whilst studying in a rich, multidisciplinary environment.
-
Benefit from excellent facilities, including access to UoE’s Digital Humanities Lab, the Bill Douglas Cinema Museum, computer labs and podcast studios.
-
Take part in research seminar series, and lectures by visiting speakers.
-
Explore issues and develop skills that are central to everyday life in the 21st century including how to communicate clearly and effectively to specific audiences using specific technologies.
-
Our experts can offer supervision in a wide variety of topics (see research overview below)
Research overview Digital communications technologies and social media platforms are central to our everyday reality in the 21st century, and we live in a world saturated by media content. Studying for a Media and Communications PhD at Exeter will allow you to develop deep specialist knowledge in an area of your choice. You will develop skills in key research methodologies and gain theoretical knowledge in your quest to be a productive scholar and critical citizen.
The research expertise of the academic staff not only spans a wide variety of subjects and methodological traditions across the broad field of Media and Communications but are based within the vibrant interdisciplinary environment of the Department of Communications, Drama and Film which shares expertise, research events, and resources across disciplines.
Our experts can offer supervision in a wide variety of topics, including but not limited to:
-
Advertising and branding
-
Algorithmic cultures
-
Celebrity studies
-
Communications and the climate crisis
-
Communications and the environment
-
Communications infrastructure
-
Community and grassroots media
-
Digital activism
-
Gender and the media
-
Global communications
-
Media and creative industries
-
Media and cultural theory
-
Media and democracy
-
Media and migration
-
Media and nations
-
Media and politics
-
Media and social class
-
Media and social movements
-
Media and sport
-
Media archeology
-
Media audiences
-
Media ethics
-
Media history
-
Media industries
-
Media policy
-
Nostalgia and cultural memory
-
Popular culture
-
Slow computing
-
Social media
-
The internet
-
Video games
To learn more about modules, assessment methods, facilities and our staff research expertise please visit our course page.
| Study type | Research |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | Students applying to enter directly into the MPhil/PhD programme would normally be expected to have a Masters degree with Merit or equivalent in a related subject, or other relevant qualifications such as a doctorate in another subject. |
| Location | University of Exeter - Streatham Campus Northcote House The Queen's Drive Exeter Devon EX4 4QJ |
Summary
-
Become an expert in a particular area whilst studying in a rich, multidisciplinary environment.
-
Benefit from excellent facilities, including access to UoE’s Digital Humanities Lab, the Bill Douglas Cinema Museum, computer labs and podcast studios.
-
Take part in research seminar series, and lectures by visiting speakers.
-
Explore issues and develop skills that are central to everyday life in the 21st century including how to communicate clearly and effectively to specific audiences using specific technologies.
-
Our experts can offer supervision in a wide variety of topics (see research overview below)
Research overview Digital communications technologies and social media platforms are central to our everyday reality in the 21st century, and we live in a world saturated by media content. Studying for a Media and Communications PhD at Exeter will allow you to develop deep specialist knowledge in an area of your choice. You will develop skills in key research methodologies and gain theoretical knowledge in your quest to be a productive scholar and critical citizen.
The research expertise of the academic staff not only spans a wide variety of subjects and methodological traditions across the broad field of Media and Communications but are based within the vibrant interdisciplinary environment of the Department of Communications, Drama and Film which shares expertise, research events, and resources across disciplines.
Our experts can offer supervision in a wide variety of topics, including but not limited to:
-
Advertising and branding
-
Algorithmic cultures
-
Celebrity studies
-
Communications and the climate crisis
-
Communications and the environment
-
Communications infrastructure
-
Community and grassroots media
-
Digital activism
-
Gender and the media
-
Global communications
-
Media and creative industries
-
Media and cultural theory
-
Media and democracy
-
Media and migration
-
Media and nations
-
Media and politics
-
Media and social class
-
Media and social movements
-
Media and sport
-
Media archeology
-
Media audiences
-
Media ethics
-
Media history
-
Media industries
-
Media policy
-
Nostalgia and cultural memory
-
Popular culture
-
Slow computing
-
Social media
-
The internet
-
Video games
To learn more about modules, assessment methods, facilities and our staff research expertise please visit our course page.
| Study type | Research |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | Students applying to enter directly into the MPhil/PhD programme would normally be expected to have a Masters degree with Merit or equivalent in a related subject, or other relevant qualifications such as a doctorate in another subject. |
| Location | University of Exeter - Streatham Campus Northcote House The Queen's Drive Exeter Devon EX4 4QJ |
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