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Master of Arts - Digital Media and Communications

Master's degree, Arts, design and media. University of Birmingham Dubai, Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

Level
Master's degree
Field
Arts, design and media
School
University of Birmingham Dubai
Location
Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Tuition (first year)
1,28,300 AED
Application fee
Free
Earliest intake
Sept 2027
Living costs (school estimate)
66,000 AED a year
School type
Public

Program overview

Master of Arts - Digital Media and Communications is a master's degree program in arts, design and media at University of Birmingham Dubai, a public institution in Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, founded in 2018.

First-year tuition is listed at 1,28,300 AED and the application fee at Free. The earliest intake currently open is Sept 2027.

Cost of the first year

Plan for about 1,94,300 AED for the first year before travel, insurance and visa fees.

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 (AED)
Tuition, first year1,28,300 AED
Living costs, first year (school estimate)66,000 AED
Application fee (one time)Free
Estimated first-year total1,94,300 AED

Plan for the Sept 2027 intake

Working back from a Sept 2027 start, this is a realistic plan. Popular programs can fill early, so the earlier end of each window is safer.

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

Entry requirements and documents

University of Birmingham Dubai sets the exact entry requirements for Master of Arts - Digital Media and Communications. For a master's degree, applicants usually need the following.

English test requirements are set by the school. IELTS Academic, TOEFL and PTE Academic are the most widely accepted.

  • 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.

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 - Digital Media and Communications 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 - Digital Media and Communications?

First-year tuition is listed at 1,28,300 AED. Living costs are extra; University of Birmingham Dubai estimates 66,000 AED 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 Sept 2027. Start your application about eight months before that.

Is Master of Arts - Digital Media and Communications a degree?

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

Can Study Spectra help me apply?

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

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