Global Media Economics

Entry requirements

Degree classification

Bachelors degree - 2.2

Degree Subject

Any subject acceptable.

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Months of entry

September

Course content

Is there still a need for public service broadcasting? How has the internet transformed the newspaper industry? Why has The Walt Disney Company thrived from recent media mergers? Does fake news spread faster on social media? If these are the kinds of questions that spark your curiosity, then our MSc in Global Media Economics is for you.

This MSc is part of our Applied Training Programme – designed for people who may not have studied economics before, but seek to acquire key skills in economics, with a particular focus on the economic and political contexts of global media.

Our dynamic teaching takes a wide variety of forms, including lectures, workshops, student presentations, group activities, IT lab sessions, and guest lectures. From day one, you'll benefit from tailored structural support, beginning with intensive pre-sessional training in essential areas such as calculus, statistical methods for economics, and an introduction to STATA—the leading econometrics software you'll use throughout the programme. As you progress, you’ll also receive hands-on training in accessing and analysing a wide range of online data sources—skills that will be invaluable as you undertake your dissertation research.

You’ll build a strong foundation in core economic concepts and econometrics, while also diving into specialist modules in media and communication. Most of your teaching will be delivered by the School of Economics, with select modules taught by the School of Politics—giving you access to the expertise of two of UEA’s leading academic schools. Your MSc will culminate in a dissertation—what we like to call the “icing on the cake.” This is your opportunity to pursue independent research on a topic of your choice, most likely in the field of global media, under the guidance of an expert supervisor. In some cases, you may even collaborate with an external organisation, gaining valuable experience through work-based learning.

At UEA, alongside first-class academic training, you’ll enjoy a vibrant student experience, with access to outstanding extracurricular and sporting opportunities—all set in the historic and lively city of Norwich. You’ll also receive dedicated career support through employer visits, expert-led workshops, and personalised one-to-one guidance—all designed to help you thrive in a competitive job market. Whether you’re aiming for a career in advertising, publishing, or influential roles in finance and management within the broadcasting industry, you’ll graduate ready to make an impact. You’ll also be well-prepared to pursue further study at PhD level, should you choose to continue your academic journey.

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