MA Language, Culture and Communication in Birmingham United Kingdom | University of Birmingham

University of Birmingham | Birmingham United Kingdom
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP 25,290
(c. USD33,706.01)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months

In our interconnected world, effective communication across diverse cultural, linguistic, and value systems has become essential. This program equips students with the analytical tools to examine language use in social settings, political arenas, and media environments, while enabling them to critically evaluate ideological expressions within institutional and cultural discourses.

Designed for professionals and scholars seeking advancement in discourse analysis, linguistics, semiotics, or cross-cultural communication, the curriculum particularly benefits individuals with backgrounds in linguistics, media studies, and related disciplines who aspire to careers in academia, journalism, or research examining communication's societal impact.

Through a balanced mix of required and elective courses, the program builds fundamental expertise while allowing students to tailor their studies to specialized research topics.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

We usually require an upper second-class Honours degree, or equivalent, in English Language, Media Studies, Journalism, Communication Studies or another relevant subject (e.g. Linguistics, Translation Studies, TEFL/TESL, English Literature). Appropriate work experience will also be taken into consideration.

IELTS 6.5 with no less than 6.5 in any band is equivalent to:

TOEFL: 88 overall with no less than 22 in any band

Tuition GBP 25,290

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