Communication and Media MRes

University of Liverpool

The Communication and Media MRes allows you to undertake a one year full-time or two year part-time research project in Communication and Media. You will receive training in research skills and supervision from one or more academic specialists in their subject area.IntroductionThe programme provides excellent preparation for you if you’re intending to undertake a PhD in the Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences, but is also a good choice if you wish to pursue a research project for purposes of professional development or personal interest.You will become part of a community of active researchers conducting interdisciplinary research on topics including: digital and social media; political communication and journalism; media history and theory; film and screen; strategic communication; cultural studies and cultural anthropology; photography; computer games; television and magazines; global entertainment, and global events. As a research student you will be encouraged to pursue your own research interests in collaboration with an academic supervisor.Who is this course for?This programme is designed for those considering careers in, for example, media, journalism, publishing and management.What you'll learnDevelop independent research skillsExpertise gained through close one-to-one engagement with a research specialistThe ability to draw on and critically evaluate a range of appropriate research resources to an advanced levelKnowledge developed as part of an interdisciplinary teaching and research environment