Media and Public Relations MA 12 months Postgraduate Programme By Newcastle University |TopUniversities
Programme Duration

12 monthsProgramme duration

Tuitionfee

27,100 GBPTuition Fee/year

Scholarship

1Scholarships

Starting Month

SepStarting Month

Programme overview

Main Subject

Communication and Media Studies

Degree

MA

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Explore the intersection of media, culture, politics and business. Gain the theoretical knowledge and practical skills needed for a career in Public Relations and communications.


Our MA in Media and Public Relations combines hands-on public relations practice with in-depth media analysis. On our programme you'll explore the intersection of media, culture, politics and business and prepare for a career in a fast-evolving industry.


This Master's in Media and Public Relations is for:


  • students who have Public Relations (PR) knowledge through undergraduate studies or voluntary work
  • PR professionals wishing to develop their academic knowledge and research methods

Teaching draws on the research of specialists in media, communication and cultural studies.


Through the course you'll gain:


  • a critical understanding of media, culture and society
  • knowledge to theorise and analyse media and public relations
  • knowledge of media law and public relations regulations in a transnational context
  • an understanding of the strengths and weaknesses of different types of data dissemination
  • a critical understanding of the strategic and ethical use of AI within the public relations industry.

You'll also develop valuable professional skills, such as:


  • analytical and critical skills to assess and conduct research in the field of media and PR
  • the ability to deliver and evaluate a PR event in the public, private and voluntary sectors
  • skills to set up a campaign network and deliver PR campaign messages
  • skills to produce effective press releases
  • written materials for traditional and digital media

Programme overview

Main Subject

Communication and Media Studies

Degree

MA

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Explore the intersection of media, culture, politics and business. Gain the theoretical knowledge and practical skills needed for a career in Public Relations and communications.


Our MA in Media and Public Relations combines hands-on public relations practice with in-depth media analysis. On our programme you'll explore the intersection of media, culture, politics and business and prepare for a career in a fast-evolving industry.


This Master's in Media and Public Relations is for:


  • students who have Public Relations (PR) knowledge through undergraduate studies or voluntary work
  • PR professionals wishing to develop their academic knowledge and research methods

Teaching draws on the research of specialists in media, communication and cultural studies.


Through the course you'll gain:


  • a critical understanding of media, culture and society
  • knowledge to theorise and analyse media and public relations
  • knowledge of media law and public relations regulations in a transnational context
  • an understanding of the strengths and weaknesses of different types of data dissemination
  • a critical understanding of the strategic and ethical use of AI within the public relations industry.

You'll also develop valuable professional skills, such as:


  • analytical and critical skills to assess and conduct research in the field of media and PR
  • the ability to deliver and evaluate a PR event in the public, private and voluntary sectors
  • skills to set up a campaign network and deliver PR campaign messages
  • skills to produce effective press releases
  • written materials for traditional and digital media

Admission Requirements

2.7+
4.5+
70+
6.5+
125+

A 2:2 honours degree, or international equivalent.


We will also consider your application on an individual basis if you have lower or non-standard qualifications and relevant professional experience in:


  • the media
  • broadcasting
  • print journalism

12 Months
Sep

Tuition fees

Domestic
11,400 GBP
International
27,100 GBP

Scholarships

Newcastle University Nigeria Future Leaders Scholarships (2026 entry)

Newcastle University Nigeria Future Leaders Scholarships (2026 entry)
Master Open

Value

$13518

Deadline

30 Aug 2026

Application requirements

QS Event Attendance is NOT required

Entry requirements

You must be admitted to this school to be awarded

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