
Overview
With an emphasis on the emergence of ‘peer-to-peer’ communications on digital platforms, this course can help improve the employability of both recent graduates and existing practitioners.
The ‘Professional Development’ unit gives students work-placement and freelance opportunities, enhancing their professional skillset. Students will also be able to pitch for paid work at Solent Creatives, who specialise in connecting students with businesses who need creative support. These projects can help students to strengthen their portfolio of professional work. For full details of each individual unit, please see the ‘course content’ tab.
Learners are encouraged to carry out additional work experience alongside their regular studies. The course team’s close links with industry have helped past students to negotiate placements at top local and national agencies.
Public Relations and Multimedia Communications programme at Southampton Solent University concludes with a major project or dissertation. This is another opportunity for students to specialise their knowledge, conducting in-depth research into an area that complements their unique career ambitions.
Career
As the roles of digital newsroom manager, multimedia advertiser, marketing professional, and corporate PR continue to converge, it is increasingly important that students gain first-hand experience of these functions. With opportunities for networking, live client briefs and portfolio development all built into the course, graduates leave Solent with a wealth of industry relevant experience to show potential employers.
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Visit official programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:
- PR in a Multimedia World
- Multimedia Campaign Planning
- Media Measurement & Evaluation
- Research Methods
- Professional Practice
- Masters project
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Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Communication Sciences Video Games & Multimedia Public Relations View 73 other Masters in Video Games & Multimedia in United KingdomExplore more key information
Visit official programme websiteAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
2:1 in a related degree, or an international equivalent.
TOEFL IBT 92 (min. 22 in Writing, min 20 in Reading, Listening and Speaking)
- Approx. Cost £170
Pearson Versant 61 (56 in Writing and 51 in Reading, Listening and Speaking)
- Approx. Cost £40-50
IELTS Indicator 6.0 (5.5 in each component) or 6.5 (with 6.0 in writing and 5.5 in other components)
- Approx. Cost $145
Duolingo Overall 110
- Approx. Cost $49/£40
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Visit official programme websiteTuition Fee
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International
13260 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 13260 GBP per year and a duration of 12 months. -
EU/EEA
7370 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 7370 GBP per year and a duration of 12 months.
Funding
Solent University offers a range of bursaries and scholarships that provide financial assistance or waive fees for tuition or accommodation. Each bursary or scholarship has specific eligibility criteria.
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.