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Communications, Media and Public Relations – (M.A.)
University of Leicester
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| Annual Tuition Fee: | ≈ € 7,479 | ||
| Location: | Leicester / United Kingdom | ||
| Duration: | 24 months | ||
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| Languages: | English | ||
Location of University of Leicester
The specialised modules in this programme are designed for those wishing to acquire detailed knowledge of the latest research into news access and journalistic practices, and on the growth, functioning and significance of PR in contemporary society. Modules will cover PR and propaganda; `spin´ and the role of public relations in political and commercial communication; PR and the new media; media management in times of conflict, PR and the promotional practices of special interest groups; NGOs and the news. There will be opportunities for regional specialisation and a chance to explore PR practices in a global context.
Course modules * Key Issues and Approaches in Media Study
* Media History and Social Regulation
* Media in Global Context
* Communications and Globalization
* Investigating Media
* Media Industries: Convergence, Divergence
* Professional Practices
* Audience and Reception
* Journalism: News Access and Source Power
* Critical Public Relations: Contexts and Issues
Contents
Teaching and assessment methods
The course is studied by distance learning. In Year 1 there are five written assignments and one examination. In Year 2 there are four written assignments and a dissertation of 12,000-15,000 words.
IELTS
You are normally required to take an English Proficiency Test.
Most European Universities recognise the IELTS test.
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Entry RequirementsAt least a good second class honours degree in any discipline, though a Social Science degree would be particularly relevant, from an institution recognised by the University. Applicants who do not have a first degree, but who can demonstrate other relevant qualifications and/or experience may also be considered.
English Language Requirements
Applicants whose first language is not English, and who have not lived in a country where the first language is English for at least three years immediately before the start of their course, need to satisfy the University´s English language requirement.
* From students who take IELTS (the British Council´s International English Language Testing System), we look for an overall score of 6.0 or above for courses in Chemistry, Computer Science, Engineering, Geography, Geology, Mathematics and Physics and Astronomy, and 6.5 or above for all other courses.
* From students who take TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language), we look for 575/233/90* or above for courses in Chemistry, Computer Science, Engineering, Geography, Geology, Mathematics and Physics and Astronomy, and 600/250/100* for all other courses. (*Scores for paper-based/computer-based/internet-based versions of TOEFL)
As well as the internationally-known IELTS and TOEFL tests, the University also accepts many other English language qualifications.
The English Language Programme for International Students
If you do not yet meet our English requirements we can help you to improve your English to the necessary standard. The University´s English Language Teaching Unit (ELTU) offers a range of courses to help campus-based students with the English you need for your studies.
Language Proficiency
| Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): | Grade B (Score: 75) |
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