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Master of Arts - Media and Communication

Master's degree, Arts, design and media. Loughborough University - Loughborough Campus, Loughborough, East Midlands, United Kingdom.

Level
Master's degree
Field
Arts, design and media
School
Loughborough University - Loughborough Campus
Location
Loughborough, East Midlands, United Kingdom
Tuition (first year)
27,000 GBP
Application fee
Free
Earliest intake
Oct 2027
Living costs (school estimate)
12,180 GBP a year
School type
Public
DLI number
10004113

Program overview

Master of Arts - Media and Communication is a master's degree program in arts, design and media at Loughborough University - Loughborough Campus, a public institution in Loughborough, East Midlands, United Kingdom, founded in 1909.

First-year tuition is listed at 27,000 GBP and the application fee at Free. The earliest intake currently open is Oct 2027.

Applications to Loughborough University - Loughborough Campus typically receive a decision in 2 days and 23 hours, based on recent applications.

Cost of the first year

Plan for about 39,180 GBP for the first year before travel, insurance and visa fees. UKVI sets a monthly maintenance amount that differs for London and the rest of the UK, plus the tuition fee for the first year, up to a cap. You must also pay the visa fee and the Immigration Health Surcharge. Amounts are updated by the UK government, so read the money section of the official guidance before you apply.

Figures are as listed in October 2026. Schools revise tuition every year, so confirm the current amount with the school before you pay a deposit.

ItemAmount (GBP)
Tuition, first year27,000 GBP
Living costs, first year (school estimate)12,180 GBP
Application fee (one time)Free
Estimated first-year total39,180 GBP

How the tuition compares in the United Kingdom

Our directory lists 476 master's degree programs in arts, design and media at 73 schools in the United Kingdom. Their median first-year tuition is 19,250 GBP, and the middle half cost between 17,500 GBP and 21,700 GBP.

At 27,000 GBP, Master of Arts - Media and Communication is 40% above the median, in the most expensive quarter. The full range runs from 9,445 GBP to 39,000 GBP.

Lower-cost master's degree options in arts, design and media

If budget matters, these master's degree programs in arts, design and media have some of the lowest listed first-year tuition in the United Kingdom.

ProgramSchoolTuition (1st year)
1-Term International Incorporated Masters Creative Industry - Transfer to Master of Arts - Design for Interactive ExperienceEdinburgh Napier University International College, Edinburg9,445 GBP
Master of Arts - 2D Animation and Stop Motion (with Advanced Practice)Teesside University, Middlesbrough10,000 GBP
Master of Art by Research - Music and SoundUniversity of Gloucestershire - Park, Cheltenham12,775 GBP
Master of Arts by Research - Performing Art and ProductionUniversity of Gloucestershire - Oxstalls, Gloucester13,425 GBP
Master of Fine Arts - Design for Interactive Art and ExperiencesEdinburgh Napier University - Merchiston Campus, Edinburgh14,030 GBP
Master of Arts - Film - EditingUniversity of South Wales - Cardiff, Pontypridd14,300 GBP

Plan for the Oct 2027 intake

Working back from a Oct 2027 start, this is a realistic plan. Popular programs can fill early, so the earlier end of each window is safer. September or October is the main intake for most courses, with a January or February intake for some. Visa applications can be made within a set window before the course start date.

ByStep
December 2026Shortlist programs, check entry requirements and book your English test.
February 2027Prepare your statement of purpose, references and transcripts, then apply.
April 2027Receive offers, compare total costs and accept one.
June 2027Pay the deposit, gather funds evidence and apply for the student visa.
September 2027Book travel and accommodation once the visa is approved.

Entry requirements and documents

Loughborough University - Loughborough Campus sets the exact entry requirements for Master of Arts - Media and Communication. For a master's degree, applicants usually need the following.

Universities accept a range of tests and some accept alternative evidence. For the visa itself you may need an approved English test result or confirmation from the sponsor. Check what your sponsor will accept before booking a test.

  • A completed bachelor's degree, with transcripts and degree certificate.
  • A statement of purpose explaining why this program fits your plans.
  • Academic or employer references, and a CV if you have work experience.
  • A valid passport.
  • English test results, unless the school waives them.

Student visa: Student visa (Student route)

Students from India need a Student visa (Student route) to study in the United Kingdom. UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) decides the application.

The UK Student visa is sponsored by a licensed university or college through a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS). The route is points based and document heavy: funds, English language and sponsor details must all match the rules in force on the day you apply.

  • Apply to a licensed student sponsor. Undergraduate applications go through UCAS; most postgraduate applications go directly to the university.
  • Accept an offer, meet any conditions and pay any deposit requested. Ask for the CAS once you are eligible for it.
  • Prepare proof of funds held for the required period, your passport, the CAS details, English evidence and a tuberculosis test certificate where required for your country.
  • Check whether your subject needs ATAS clearance, then apply online and pay the visa fee and the Immigration Health Surcharge.

After you graduate

Eligible graduates may apply for the Graduate route, which allows time in the UK to work or look for work. The length of stay and conditions have been under review, so use the current GOV.UK page and not older figures.

Scholarships at Loughborough University - Loughborough Campus

Check the eligibility rules for each scholarship before you apply. Some are applied automatically, others need a separate application.

  • Excellence Scholarships: £6,000 GBP
  • International Excellence Scholarships: Varies
  • Loughborough Development Trust Africa Scholarship: Varies
  • Sport Scholarships: £5,000 GBP
  • Women in Science Bursary: £1,000 GBP

How to apply with Study Spectra

  • Send us your marksheets, English test result (or test plan) and budget.
  • We check your profile against Master of Arts - Media and Communication and suggest alternatives if it is a stretch.
  • We prepare your statement of purpose and documents, and submit the application.
  • When the offer arrives, we help with the deposit, funds evidence and the student visa file.

Questions students ask

How much is the tuition for Master of Arts - Media and Communication?

First-year tuition is listed at 27,000 GBP. Living costs are extra; Loughborough University - Loughborough Campus estimates 12,180 GBP a year. Confirm the current fee with the school.

What is the application fee?

This program lists no application fee.

When is the next intake?

The earliest intake currently open is Oct 2027. Start your application about eight months before that.

Is Master of Arts - Media and Communication a degree?

It is listed as a master's degree. The school awards the degree on completion.

Which visa do I need to study in the United Kingdom?

You need a Student visa (Student route), decided by UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI). Apply after you accept an offer and can show the required funds.

Can Study Spectra help me apply?

Yes. We check your profile, prepare your documents and submit your application to Loughborough University - Loughborough Campus, then help with the visa. The first call is free.

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