12 monthsProgramme duration
27,100 GBPTuition Fee/year
1Scholarships
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
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
Tuition fees
Domestic
International
Scholarships
Newcastle University Nigeria Future Leaders Scholarships (2026 entry)
Value
$13518
Deadline
30 Aug 2026
Application requirements
QS Event Attendance is NOT required
Entry requirements
Newcastle University
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