MA Global Media and Management

Postgraduate Entry Requirements:

1. Academic Qualifications: Applicants should hold a bachelor's degree or equivalent with a minimum overall average of 55% or above. The specific entry requirements may vary depending on the chosen program.  

2. English Language Proficiency:

• IELTS: Overall score of 6.5, with no sub-score below 6
• TOEFL: Overall score of 88, with a minimum score of 17 in each section
• PTE Academic: Overall score of 59, with no sub-score below 51

Students must provide:

• academic marksheets & transcripts
• letters of recommendation
• a personal statement - SOP
• passport
• other supporting documents as required by the university.

Work experience: Some postgraduate courses may require relevant work experience in the field.

It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.

Keele University offers a range of scholarships and financial support options to attract and assist international students in pursuing their studies. These scholarships are designed to recognize academic excellence, promote diversity, and provide financial assistance to deserving students.

1. Keele International Student Scholarship: The Keele International Student Scholarship is available to international students enrolling in a postgraduate taught master's degree program. The scholarship provides a tuition fee discount of up to £3,000. Eligibility is based on academic achievement, and applicants are automatically considered when they apply for their chosen postgraduate program.
2. Commonwealth Shared Scholarship Scheme: Keele University participates in the Commonwealth Shared Scholarship Scheme, which is funded by the UK government. The scheme provides full tuition fees, airfare, and living expenses for students from developing Commonwealth countries. The scholarship is available for selected master's degree programs in specific fields of study.
3. Global Excellence Scholarship: The Global Excellence Scholarship is awarded to international students who have demonstrated outstanding academic achievement and contribute to the global community. The scholarship provides a tuition fee discount of up to £5,000 for the first year of study. Eligibility is based on academic merit, and applicants are automatically considered when they apply for an eligible undergraduate or postgraduate program.
4. Country-Specific Scholarships: Keele University also offers scholarships specifically tailored to students from certain countries or regions. These scholarships may vary in terms of eligibility criteria and funding amounts. Examples include the Keele Nigeria Scholarship and the Keele ASEAN Scholarships, which provide financial support to students from Nigeria and Southeast Asia, respectively.

It's important to note that scholarship availability and eligibility criteria may vary each year.

Graduates of the MA Global Media and Management program from Keele University are poised for diverse and impactful career paths.

1. Media Manager: Graduates can work as media managers, overseeing media projects, teams, and operations within media organizations, advertising agencies, or content production companies.

2. Digital Marketing Specialist: With expertise in digital media and management, graduates can excel in digital marketing roles, devising strategies to promote products and services across global platforms.

3. Media Production Coordinator: Graduates can work in media production coordination roles, managing the production process for films, television shows, advertisements, and online content.

4. International Business Consultant: Graduates can work as international business consultants, advising companies on global media strategies, cross-cultural communications, and market expansion.

5. Entrepreneurship: Graduates can leverage their skills to launch their own media-related ventures, such as digital marketing agencies, content production companies, or media consulting firms.