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University of Stirling: Media Research
| Institution | University of Stirling View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | Communication, Media and Culture |
| Web | www.stir.ac.uk |
| Study type | Taught |
Master of Research
Summary
The creative industries are worth £125 billion to the UK economy and were named as one of the government’s eight growth-driving sectors in its Industrial Strategy (Gov.uk November 2024). As a result, skilled media researchers are vital to the continuing growth of the sector.\ Our Masters in Media Research will give you training in advanced social science research methods. You’ll learn how to apply these to the media and cultural industries such as journalism, marketing, advertising, and production. You’ll be taught by leading academics in media and social science research with strengths in television, digital media, social media, popular music, gaming, creative industries and creative practice.\ Gain research and transferable skills\ On the Media Research Masters degree you’ll:
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learn different methodologies and research practices;
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gain an applied understanding of quantitative and qualitative research methods for media;
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use statistical and database software packages including Stata and NVivo;
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devise, research and develop a media text which can encompass traditional forms like films, TV programs, and newspapers to digital content like websites and social media posts;
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design and carry out an academic research project in an area of your own interest.
Further academic study opportunities\ This Research Masters in Media is ideal if you're planning to pursue PhD research. It provides you with research training before embarking on a higher research degree.\ The course is a recognised Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) 1+3 pathway. The 1+3 scheme provides funding for this one-year research training linked to a PhD programme. It’s for students who have not already completed an ESRC-recognised programme of research training.\ Enhance your employability\ Our employability and skills programme helps you to develop the attributes that employers look for. The University of Stirling’s Careers Service works in partnership with academic staff to ensure you are ready for the employment market.
| postgraduate.admissions@stir.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 01786 466655 |
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
| Location | Stirling Campus University of Stirling Stirling FK9 4LA |
Master of Research - MRes
Summary
The course is a recognised Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) 1+3 pathway. The 1+3 scheme provides funding for this one-year research training linked to a PhD programme and is designed for students who have not already completed an ESRC-recognised programme of research training.
This interdisciplinary Masters degree is jointly taught by leading academics in media and social science research. You’ll gain both a theoretical and practical understanding of social science research methods, and learn how to apply these to the media and cultural industries. Covering social sciences and humanities approaches, our Masters will give you training in advanced media research methods. You’ll be encouraged to explore your own research interests, gain real-world experience in research and develop your own research projects throughout the course.
The degree is primarily targeted at anyone needing research training before embarking on a higher research degree, such as a PhD. The course also offers an excellent grounding in social science methods, which are transferable to media research for industry, journalism, marketing and advertising research, production research and wider aspects of social research consultancy.
Enhancing your employability is one of our top priorities. That’s why all MRes Media Research students are given the opportunity for a research placement as part of our course where you can apply your learning to the real world.
| graduate.admissions@stir.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 01786 467046 |
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
| Entry requirements | A minimum of a second class honours degree (2.1 preferred) or equivalent in a relevant subject. Applicants without these formal qualifications but with significant appropriate/relevant work/life experience are encouraged to apply. |
| Location | Stirling Grange Road Stirling FK9 4LA |
Summary
This interdisciplinary Masters degree is jointly taught by leading academics in media and social science research. You’ll gain both a theoretical and practical understanding of social science research methods, and learn how to apply these to the media and cultural industries. Covering social sciences and humanities approaches, our Masters will give you solid, extensive training in advanced media research methods. You’ll be encouraged to explore your own research interests, gain real-world experience of research and develop your own approach to research throughout the course.
The degree is primarily targeted at anyone needing research training before embarking on a higher research degree, such as a PhD. The course also offers an excellent grounding in social science methods, which are transferable to media research for industry, journalism, marketing and advertising research, production research and wider aspects of social research consultancy.
Enhancing your employability is one of our top priorities. That’s why all MRes students are given the opportunity for a research placement as part of our course where you can apply your learning to the real world.
| graduate.admissions@stir.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 01786 467046 |
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
| Entry requirements | A minimum of a second class honours degree (2.1 preferred) or equivalent in a relevant subject. Applicants without these formal qualifications but with significant appropriate/relevant work/life experience are encouraged to apply. |
| Location | Stirling Grange Road Stirling FK9 4LA |
The University of Stirling is an international university committed to helping students Be the Difference in the world. Based in the heart of Scotland, Stirling is a place where ability – not background – is valued, and teaching, employability and facilities are all rated five-star (QS Stars University Ratings 2024).
That’s just part of the reason Stirling was shortlisted for University of the Year in the Times Higher Education (THE) Awards 2024, rated top 30 in the UK for postgraduate teaching (Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey 2024) and number one in the UK for campus environment (The International Student Barometer …
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