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The media industry in the UK is world-renowned, such as the well-known British broadcasting company BBC. Many universities in the UK offer media programs with different branch directions and admission requirements, so many students choose to study media in the UK. So, what are the requirements for applying for a UK media major? What famous schools are recommended? Below, the BHE study abroad editor will take you to learn more.

Background and advantages of British media

With the rapid development of the economy, the media industry has become the fastest value-added industry in the world today. And with the development of the Internet, many new media have emerged, and the demand for talents in the media industry is also increasing. Mainly related to industries such as communication, digital media, broadcasting and television, film, publishing, advertising, news, the internet, and new media.

The UK is a country with a very developed media industry, and the most well-known one is the BBC in the UK; As the largest news broadcasting organization in the UK, BBC has the world's largest television station and is also one of the largest news broadcasting organizations in the world. It was founded in 1922. In addition to BBC, there are also famous journals and newspapers such as The Times and The Economist in the UK, which have a considerable influence worldwide.

Classification and Curriculum of Media Majors in the UK

The media profession in the UK can be roughly divided into three directions: Media, Journalism, and Communication.

Simply put, the knowledge learned in the field of media and communication is quite broad, including theoretical knowledge in areas such as culture, advertising, and public relations.

But the study of journalism is more specific, such as International Journalism. In addition to some theoretical knowledge, it also includes a lot of practical experience, such as news writing, news reporting, and appearing on camera. Sometimes students also need to learn professional knowledge in language and literature, information transmission, social organizational structures, and behavioral science between individuals or organizations.

Recommended by prestigious media schools in the UK

① London School of Economics and Political Science

The London School of Economics and Political Science was founded in 1895 and is a world-renowned public research university in the UK. Together with Oxford University, Cambridge University, University College London, and Imperial College London, LSE is known as the "G5 Super Elite University". LSE's School of Media is among the top in the world and belongs to the UK's media class, with outstanding research in the field of communication studies.

MSc Media and Communications

Admission requirements: Second Class First Class Bachelor's degree in the UK or equivalent international degree (985/211 universities with an average score of 85%+, other 90%+), and a major in Social Sciences or Media

Language requirement: IELTS 7 (R7, Other 6.5); TOEFL 100 (R25, L&S22, W24); PTE69 (R69, Other 62)

MSc Media and Communications (Media and Communication Governance)

Language requirement: IELTS 7 (R7, Other 6.5); TOEFL 100 (R25, L&S22, W24); PTE69 (R69, Other 62)

Related majors:

MSc Gender, Media and Culture

MSc Media, Communication and Development

Gradient Taught MSc Media and Communications

② Goldsmith College, University of London

Goldsmiths College, University of London (abbreviated as Goldsmiths College) was founded in 1891 and is ranked among the top three in the UK in terms of communication and media. It is one of the strongest media schools in the UK, specializing in art, communication media, and cultural creativity courses. This is a higher education institution that focuses on art and design, social sciences, and humanities, particularly renowned for inspiring students' creativity and potential in non-traditional ways. And its research influence in the School of Communication and Media is among the top in the UK, loved by domestic and foreign media giants.

MA Media&Communications

MA Creative&Cultural Entrepreneurial: Media&Communications Pathway

Admission requirements: Second Class First Class Bachelor's degree in the UK or equivalent international degree, and relevant field of study. If you are applying for a non media major but have relevant work experience, you may also consider applying

Language requirement: IELTS 6.5 (W6.5, Other 6); TOEFL 92 (W23, other 20); PTE62 (W59, other 51+); CAE/CPE176 (W169, others 160)

Related majors:

MA Brands, Communication&Culture

MA Gender, Media&Culture

MA Global Media and Politics

MA Journalism

③ King's College London

King's College London is a top comprehensive research university in the world, enjoying a high reputation. A prestigious school in the Golden Triangle of the UK, a member of the Russell Group, and a member of the South Alliance for Science and Engineering. King's College was founded by King George IV of England in 1829 and was granted a Royal Charter in the same year, making it one of the oldest universities in England.

Global Media Industries MA

Admission requirements: Second Class First Class Bachelor's degree or equivalent international degree in the UK, with an average undergraduate score of 85% -88%+; Students from any major are eligible to apply

Language requirement: IELTS 7 (6.5); TOEFL 100 (W25, others 23); PTE69 (62); CAE/CPE185 (176)

Digital Asset&Media Management MA

Language requirements: IELTS 7 (R&W6.5, L&S6); TOEFL 100 (W25, R23, L&S20); PTE69 (R&W62, L&S59); CAE/CPE185 (R&W176, L&S169)

④ Cardiff University

The School of Journalism and Communication at Cardiff University is a world-renowned journalism institution. It is an independent journalism school in the UK and the first journalism school in Europe. It has also been selected as one of the top ten journalism institutions in the world. The course emphasizes both theory and practice, with a strong faculty. The professors mostly come from well-known frontline media industries in the UK such as BBC, The Times, The Guardian, etc. The college has cultivated many well-known figures in the news and media industry, and is hailed as the best journalism college in the UK and even Europe by the industry.

Journalism, Media And Communications (MA)

Admission requirements: A second tier bachelor's degree in the UK or equivalent international degree, with a bachelor's degree in humanities and social sciences; Or have relevant professional qualifications or experience

Language requirement: IELTS 7 (6); PTE70 (54); TOEFL 100 (20)

Business Administration with Media (MBA)

Admission requirements: Second Class First Class Bachelor's degree in the UK or equivalent international degree (GPA 3.0/4.0); At least three years of work experience. Non university graduates with relevant professional work experience may also consider applying. Interview required

Language requirement: IELTS 7 (6); PTE70 (54); TOEFL 100 (20)

Related majors:

Digital Media and Society (MA)

Magazine Journalism (MA)

News Journalism (MA)

International Journal (MA)

⑤ University of Leeds

The University of Leeds offers a comprehensive range of media programs, and the media program is also one of the strongest at the university. Mainly including media and communication, creative performance media, news media, and other subjects.

Leeds has also been one of the most popular media universities for Chinese international students for many years.

Media Industries MA

Admission requirements: Second Class First Class Bachelor's degree in the UK or equivalent international degree (with an average score of 75%+), and undergraduate majors in Sociology, Literature, Communication Studies, Media Studies, or Cultural Industry Research/Management

Language requirement: IELTS 6.5 (6); TOEFL 92 (L&R21, S23, W22); PTE64 (60); CAE/CPE176 (169)

Communication and Media MA

Admission requirements: Second Class First Class Bachelor's degree in the UK or equivalent international degree (with an average score of 75%+), and a bachelor's degree in history, literature, philosophy, or media related fields

Language requirement: IELTS 6.5 (6); TOEFL 92 (L&R21, S23, W22); PTE64 (60); CAE/CPE176 (169)

Society, Culture and Media MA

Admission requirements: Second Class First Class Bachelor's degree in the UK or equivalent international degree (with an average score of 75%+), and a bachelor's degree in Social Sciences, Humanities or related fields

Language requirement: IELTS 6.5 (6); TOEFL 92 (L&R21, S23, W22); PTE64 (60); CAE/CPE176 (169)

Related majors:

New Media MA

International Journal MA

Promotional Media MA

Film, Photography and Media MA

⑥ University College London

UCL media students will learn about the history and theory of digital production in media art. They will build on their experience in designing studios for digital animation and digital games based on the New Future Media Studio at UCL Knowledge Lab. This degree aims to provide students with theoretical and practical participation in a rapidly changing digital environment.

Digital Media: Education MA

Digital Media: Production MA

Digital Media: Critical Studies MA

Admission requirements: A second tier bachelor's degree or equivalent international degree in the UK, with an average undergraduate score of 80% or higher; And undergraduate majors include media research, cultural research, art, education, digital media, interactive media, and English related fields. If applying for a non related major, at least one year of work experience in the fields of education, media, and/or cultural industries is required

Language requirement: IELTS 7 (6.5); TOEFL 100 (R&W24/30, S&L20/30); Duolinguo125; PTE69 (62)

⑦ City University of London

The City University of London was founded in 1848 and is located in the second largest economic center, the City of London, second only to New York in the United States. It is one of the earliest national comprehensive universities to offer a journalism and communication major. Its journalism and communication and art majors hold a pivotal position in the UK and even throughout Europe, cultivating a large number of outstanding talents for the UK's journalism and communication industry and creative cultural industry.

Media and Communications MA

Admission requirements: Second Class First Class Bachelor's degree or equivalent Bachelor's degree in the UK, with an average undergraduate score of 75% -80%; (GPA 3.0-3.3/4.0); Students from any major are eligible to apply

Language requirement: IELTS 7 (W7, Other 6.5); CAE/CPE reaches C

Erasmus Mundus Masters: Journalism, Media and Globalization MA

Language requirement: IELTS 7 (7)

Related majors:

Broadcast Journalism MA

Global Creative Industries MA

International Communications and Development MA

Creative Writing and Publishing MA

⑧ University of Westminster

Although the overall ranking of the University of Westminster is not very high, its professional course rankings always occupy the top 10 in the UK. The media major has a wide range of subjects and a complete range, making it the most comprehensive and in-depth school in the UK's media major.

The school's master's program provides internship opportunities for international media companies located in London.

Universities also have close connections with the media industry in China. Every year, many senior media professionals from CCTV go to Weimin for further studies, and they also have cooperative exchanges with the Communication University of China.

Global Media MA

Interactive Media Practice MA

Admission requirements: Second Class First Class Bachelor's degree in the UK or equivalent international degree. If the applicant has a Second Class Bachelor's degree, they need to have professional experience in the field of humanities and social sciences

Language requirement: IELTS 6.5 (W&S6, Q Other 6)

Related majors:

Media and Development MA

Social Media and Digital Communication MA

⑨ Loughborough University

Loughborough University is a renowned public research university and higher education institution in the UK, with world-class research capabilities. The media major, as the most popular direction for studying abroad in the UK, has always been highly sought after by countless students, and the media major at the University of Loughborough ranked ninth in the 2021 QS. It also ranked globally in the 2018 ranking.

Media and Creative Industries MA

Global Media and Cultural