Media, Communication and Cultural Analysis

Media, Communication and Cultural Analysis, 120 ECTS Credits

In the information society, knowledge in the field of media and communication has multiple uses. Within the creative industries, skills in the analysis of media processes are by now recognised as crucial. Within academic studies, the development of the media is linked to some of the most urgent questions within the humanities and social sciences.

The Programme

During the first year, students study the theories and methods of media studies. Courses in this year will include Canonical Texts in Media Theory and three thematic courses involving both classical texts and more recent literature: Media and Culture Industries, Media and Everyday Life, and Media and Representation. In addition, students have the opportunity to take a range of optional courses during one of the semesters, including courses in other disciplines or organised by other advanced institutions in Sweden or abroad. During the second year, courses and individual tutoring focus on the completion of an independent and advanced research project. The planning of this project involves the course Strategies of Media Research. Its presentation involves the courses Media Production and Academic Writing. In its final form, the project is presented in two versions: a more extensive research report and a shorter academic article, written in English or Swedish. The project is presented during a multidisciplinary seminar.

Qualification

Degree of Master of Arts (Two Years) with a Major in Media and Communication Studies

On completion

This two-year Master's programme is designed to provide students with comprehensive knowledge of the theory and practice of modern media, and with the abilities of problem solving, advanced analysis and project design within the media sector, thus preparing them for a broad range of professional careers. The programme is also designed to provide students with advanced knowledge about the topics and scholary traditions of academic media studies, and with the ability to plan, carry out and present independent and advanced research tasks, thus preparing students for postgraduate studies within this academic field, both nationally and internationally.