Media and Communication Studies

Key Facts

The programme combines compulsory and advanced studies, active participation in research seminars, mid-way and final reviews, and extensive dissertation work. Candidates engage with ongoing projects, discuss manuscripts and articles, collaborate with national and international academic environments, apply reflexive and sustainability-oriented perspectives, and complete a monograph or article-based thesis that is publicly defended.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

• Media and Communication Studies
• Cultural Studies Perspectives
• Social Science Perspectives on Communication
• Media Theory
• Media History
• Teaching and Learning in Higher Education

Admission requirements

Academic requirements

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

English requirements

• TOEFL iBT: 90
• PTE Academic: 62
• IELTS: 6.5

Other requirements

General requirements

• Hold a second-cycle degree, have completed at least 240 credits including 60 credits at second-cycle level, or possess equivalent knowledge acquired in Sweden or abroad.
• Have completed at least 30 second-cycle credits in Media and Communication Studies or an equivalent relevant subject/specialisation.
• Demonstrate excellent knowledge of English.
• Exemptions from the general eligibility requirements may be granted in exceptional cases where special grounds exist.

Tuition Fees

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

• International: Free
• EU/EEA: Free

Additional Details: Doctoral students don't pay tuition fees.

Living costs in Umeå, Sweden

1,021-1,687 AUD / month. The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.