Media & Communication courses

Solent University (Southampton)

MA Public Relations And Multimedia Communications in Solent University (Southampton)

  • Duration : 1 Years
  • Intake : September
  • Level : Postgraduate
  • Tuition & fees : £ 13,700 Per Year
  • IELTS : 6.5
  • TOEFL : 92
  • PTE : 0
  • University Course Details URL : Visit Website


About MA Public Relations And Multimedia Communications in Solent University (Southampton)

With an emphasis on the emergence of ‘peer-to-peer’ communications on digital platforms, this course can help improve the employability of both recent graduates and existing practitioners.

The ‘Professional Development’ module gives students work-placement and freelance opportunities, enhancing their professional skillset. Students will also be able to pitch for paid work at Solent Creatives, who specialise in connecting students with businesses who need creative support. These projects can help students to strengthen their portfolio of professional work. 

Learners are encouraged to carry out additional work experience alongside their regular studies. The course team’s close links with industry have helped past students to negotiate placements at top local and national agencies.

The course concludes with a major project or dissertation. This is another opportunity for students to specialise their knowledge, conducting in-depth research into an area that complements their unique career ambitions.

​​​Academic qualification equivalents

  • A university degree in a related subject.

English language requirements (one of the below):

  • IELTS minimum 6.5 overall with minimum of 6.0 in writing and a minimum of 5.5 in reading, listening and speaking
  • TOEFL IBT 92 with minimum of 22 in writing and a minimum of 19 in reading, listening and speaking
  • or equivalent.

Solent University (Southampton) Highlights

Type of Institution Public
Campus Setting Urban
Endowment 0.81 million GBP
Number of campuses One main campus and two other locations (Warsash and St. Mary)
Student Satisfaction Rate 83%
Graduate Job Rate 93.9%
International Fee 13,260 GBP - 15,900 GBP
Type of Academic Programs Undergraduate, Post Graduate, CPD/professional courses
Mode of Program Full time
Average Graduate Salary 18,000 GBP a year
Research Income 0.2 million GBP

Solent University, United Kingdom Application Process

Solent University offers an online application process for all the courses.

  • Undergraduates have to apply through the UCAS application, while graduate applicants have to apply separately for the course of their choice.
  • Students have to fill up the application form, pay the application fee of 30 GBP and upload all supporting documents.
  • Student class profile –
    • Total number of students – 8800
    • Non-EU students – 5%
  • Applicants should have a high school education/bachelors’ degree/international baccalaureate degree to be eligible for admission.
  • The general documents required for online application include - official transcripts, TOEFL/IELTS/PTE scores, school leaving certificates, personal statement, financial statement, letters of recommendation and the U.Kstudent visa (for international applicants)

English Language Test Scores

International students can submit the following test scores as proof of English Language Proficiency.

Test Required Score
IELTS UG-6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each component),
PG-6.5 (minimum 6.0 in writing and 5.5 in reading listening and speaking)
TOEFL iBT UG-80, PG-92
TOEFL Writing UG-19, PG-22
TOEFL Reading UG-19, PG-19
PTE U.G – 56 (with 51 in each component),
PG – 61 (56 in writing and 51 in reading, listening and speaking)

Solent University, United Kingdom Fees and Expenses

The following table presents the tuition fees for various courses at Solent University,

Category Tuition Fees Per year
Foundation Course 11,660 GBP
Bachelor’s Degree 13,260 GBP
Higher Diplomas and Certificates 13,260 GBP
MBA 15,900 GBP
MSc 14,300 GBP
MA 13,260 GBP
PG research 13,260 GBP

The various charges for different types of accommodation at Solent University are mentioned in the table below,

Type of Rooms Charges per week
Superior en-suite 146 GBP
Large Superior en-suite 156 GBP
Standard en-suite 136 GBP
Large Standard en-suite 146 GBP
Non-en-suite 111 GBP
Large Non-en-suite 125 GBP

Know more about Studying in UK

Tuition Fees in UK (1st Year Average) MS: £17276 | MBA: £17276 | BE/Btech: £16632 | BBA: £15130 | BSc: £16632 | MFin: £19000 | MA: £15560 | MIM: £18241 | MEM: £16950 | MArch: £14271 | BHM: £12662 | MIS: £15344 | MEng: £12876 | MBBS: £28865| MPharm: £15452
Average Accomodation & Food Costs in UK £850 to £1,050 a month
Entrance Exams in UK TOEFL: 88 | IELTS: 6.5 | PTE: 59 | GMAT: 590
Work and Study in UK Permitted for 20 hours/week with a valid study permit.
Post Study Work Permit in UK 2 Year after graduation depending on the course.
Cost of Student Visa in UK £348
Student Visa in UK Your nationality, duration of your stay and purpose of your stay are the three essential factors for UK visa. For Non-EU students UK visa is mandatory.
Intakes in UK There are mainly two intakes in UK: January/February & September/October.
Top Job Sectors in UK IT Engineering, Product Design, Mobile Development, Designers, Logistics, etc.
Economy in UK Growth Rate: 1.3% (2018) 1.4% (2019) 1.4% (2020e), 6th Largest Economy in the World by Nominal
Fees components - (1st year Fees and expense)

Tuition & fees :

£ 13,700

Total

£ 13,700