The International English Language Test System (IELTS) tests your English-language proficiency on a scale of 1 – 9. The score refers to the combined average score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading).
Delivered
On Campus, Online
Campus Location
Leicester, United Kingdom
Overview
Media and Communication programme of the University of Leicester maximum period of registration permitted before thesis submission is 4 years full time / 7 years part time or distance learning.
Key facts
- Active research (including all experimental work, laboratory work, field work, and data collection) will typically take 3 to 3.5 years full time / 6 to 6.5 years part time or distance learning. On completion of active research students may request approval to register for a writing-up period of up to 12 months. The period of active research and writing-up together must not exceed the maximum registration period.
- The thesis should not normally exceed 80,000 words and must make an original contribution to knowledge and contain work of publishable quality. The thesis must then be defended in a viva voce (oral) examination before a degree can be awarded.
Visit the programme website for more information
Programme Structure
Courses include
- Public Communication
- Media Cultures
- Digital Networks and Communication
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
GPA: Upper Second Class
English requirements
TOEFL iBT: 90 OR IELTS: 6.5
Other requirements
- Download and save the Research Proposal Form and prepare your proposal. Complete all sections using the guidance on the form. If your proposal is not submitted on the Proposal Form your application will not be considered.
- CV
- Personal statement explaining your interest in the research, your experience, why it is worth doing and why we should consider you.
- Copies of your Degree Certificates and Marks Transcripts of study already completed and if possible a transcript to-date of any study currently being undertaken.
- If your documents are not in English please include an official translation.
- Evidence of English language proficiency if applicable
- In the reference section please enter the contact details of your two academic referees in the text boxes provided or upload letters of reference if already available.
- In the funding section state clearly how you intend to fund your study.
Fees and funding
Tuition Fees
International: 34,008 AUD / year (≈ 18,000 GBP / year)
Domestic: 9,896 AUD / year (≈ 5,238 GBP / year)
Additional Details
International: £18,000 - £20,200 per year
Living costs
Leicester, United Kingdom: 1,419-2,694 AUD / month
Funding
Scholarships
