Overview

The programme is particularly suited to students interested in understanding how media shape urban life and global society, with a thematic emphasis on mediation and digitalisation.

Key facts

A core aim of the programme is to help students develop the ability to make original arguments and support them with empirical evidence. This is achieved through a combination of collaborative and individual learning methods, including seminar discussions, group work, and presentations. Students also gain transferable writing skills through essays and case studies. Essays encourage the development of a personal academic voice using academic language, while case studies invite students to collect original material from the city and produce creative, digital, and narrative outputs.Students receive methodological training through practice-focused workshops that equip them to select and apply appropriate quantitative and qualitative methods in their own research. Small-group seminars foster in-depth disciplinary debate, and one-to-one supervision supports the development of an independent dissertation project within the field of media and communications. These learning strategies are enriched by the dual-institution structure, which offers students access to both LSE and NYU’s academic environments and intellectual communities.What differentiates this programme from others is its structure: students earn two degrees over two years: an MSc in Media and Communications (Communication, Culture and Global Cities) from LSE and an MA in Media, Culture, and Communication from NYU. This dual qualification, combined with the opportunity to study in two major media capitals, sets the programme apart. Students benefit from NYU’s London base during their first year, located adjacent to LSE’s Department of Media and Communications, which facilitates early engagement with NYU faculty and smooths the transition to the second year in New York. The programme also offers opportunities to co-organise academic events and participate in the cultural and professional life of both cities.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Theories and Concepts in Media and Communications
Media, Culture and Global Cities
Dissertation: Media and Communications

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 21 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-28 00:00:00

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Language

English

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100

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

London, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Area & Cultural Studies Media Studies & Mass Media View 300 other Masters in Area & Cultural Studies in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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General requirements

Upper second class honours (2:1) degree or equivalent in social science, or a degree in another field with professional experience in media and communications.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

30400 GBP / year

≈ 30400 GBP / year
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Citizens or residents

28900 GBP / year

≈ 28900 GBP / year

Living costs

London

United Kingdom

1137 - 2157 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Media, Culture and Global Cities (LSE and NYU).

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