Ready to lead and inspire the creative sector? Transform your creativity into your career with our MA Digital Media and Creative Industries.
Invest in your professional development with our MA Digital Media and Creative Industries.
This course is ideal if you're a graduate starting your career or someone looking for the next step in their creative career.
Discover how digital media practices offer innovative opportunities for the creative and cultural industries.
Enhance your expertise in areas like digital content creation, project management, data analytics and critical thinking. Develop transferable and industry-specific skills suited to roles in:
This course is available as a full- or part-time MA or PGDip if you start in September, and as a full-time MA if you start in January.
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Our interdisciplinary teaching draws on expertise and experience from across our arts and humanities departments to give you key insights into the sector.
Discover creative industries and the law, marketing in creative sectors and multi-media adaptation.
You'll develop industry-specific skills, from digital advertising and marketing to media production, project design and delivery.
Take your learning beyond the classroom and apply your skills by collaborating with our cultural partners. You'll work on a live brief considering key issues in the creative sector.
Hone your freelancing and entrepreneurial skills with insights from creative practitioners.
Our teaching combines academic expertise with practical modules where you'll collaborate with our cultural partners.
1st in the UK for Communication and Media Studies (Complete University Guide 2026).
Benefit from our interdisciplinary teaching - you'll gain a comprehensive view of the sector and develop your transferable skills ready for the future of the creative industries. Build your skills in digital content creation, project management, and data analytics.
From podcasting to brain monitoring, our state-of-the-art facilities empower our students to create, perform, collaborate and explore in new and exciting ways.
Hear more about studying at Birmingham. Chat to one of our friendly postgraduate students to get their thoughts on our courses, stunning campus and life in a vibrant and cultural city.
At Birmingham, research and teaching go hand-in-hand. Lecturers and professors continue to research in their field, offering valuable expertise in Digital Media and Creative Industries across film, marketing, law and more.
At Birmingham, we have a range of facilities available for you to use during the MA, depending on which areas of the creative industries you're interested in. If you're interested in film or TV media, our Film Editing Suites contain hardware and software for you to use - from Macs to cameras and editing software. If you're interested in Music or performance, our Bramall Concert Hall and University Music rehearsal spaces are ideal for musicians.
The modules listed below are an indication only and may be subject to change. Occasionally, it may be necessary to make changes to modules, for example, to ensure they remain current and relevant.
As a research-intensive University, our teaching is informed by the latest academic thinking and expertise of our staff. For more information on the circumstances in which the University may need to make changes to modules, please refer to the Terms and Conditions for applicants.
September - December (11 weeks)
January - April (12 weeks)
May – August
The following must be taken:
January - April (12 weeks)
May – August
September - December (11 weeks)
The following must be taken:
To gain a place at Birmingham you will need to meet our general entry requirements, as well as those specific to your course. Your application will be reviewed by the course’s Admissions Tutor, who will decide whether your application should receive an offer.
or equivalent, in a subject relevant to Digital Media and Creative Industries.
If you are an international student, you will need to demonstrate you have a suitable level of English proficiency, usually through the form of an IELTS or equivalent qualification or a Presessional English course.
For this course we require IELTS 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in any band, which is equivalent to:
If you have a conditional offer for Birmingham where English is a requirement, you can take a Presessional English course as an alternative to retaking IELTS or a similar qualification. We offer on-campus courses all year round starting from September including additional online courses in the summer term. Teaching takes place in small classes with no more than 18 students to maximise class participation.
The University tuition fee covers the cost of your tuition, supervision, assessment and includes membership to the Guild of Students.
Full-time January 2027
Full-time September 2027
We charge an annual tuition fee. Fees for September 2027 and January 2027 entry are above.
The fees quoted are for one year only. For those studying courses that are longer than one year, tuition fees will also be payable in subsequent years of your programme.
Tuition fees can either be paid in full or by instalments. You can check whether you are eligible for UK or international fees with our admissions team.
Learn more about postgraduate tuition fees and funding.
International students undertaking a postgraduate taught degree are required to pay a tuition fee deposit before an electronic Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) can be issued.
£5,000 scholarships are available for international students choosing to pursue a Masters degree with us in September 2026.
For Home and International students, the College of Arts and Law (CAL) awards cover tuition fees at the Home fee-rate for Masters courses in CAL's five Schools
To help you afford your studies, we offer a range of scholarships and funding opportunities. We also offer advice and guidance on searching for funding and managing your finances.
At Birmingham, we believe in removing all barriers to education, so all of our talented students can achieve their full potential. That's why we've made more than £10.5 million in scholarships available for international students coming to study at Birmingham.
To apply for a postgraduate programme, you will need to submit your application and supporting documents online.
Application deadline for UK and non visa requiring applicants to apply to start in January 2027.
We will close applications as soon as the programme is full. Early applications are encouraged.
Application deadline for UK and non visa requiring applicants. We will close applications as soon as the programme is full. Early applications are encouraged.
Find out how to apply to our postgraduate taught programmes. Please read this information carefully before completing your application.
If you have a question about our admissions process, including how to apply, your offer and how to track your application, please visit our admissions portal.
If you have a question about our admissions process, including how to apply, your offer and how to track your application, please speak to our team.
By studying a postgraduate degree in Digital Media and Creative Industries at Birmingham, you’ll develop transferable skills suited to a range of career paths. These skills include entrepreneurial skills, time management, creative thinking and strong written and verbal communication skills.
Our graduates enter many roles, including:
Employers our School of English, Drama and Creative Studies graduates have worked for include:
We’re consistently one of the top UK universities targeted by leading graduate employers
High Fliers ‘Graduate Market in 2026’ report
Receive one-to-one careers advice, including guidance on your job applications, writing your CV and improving your interview technique.
Meet employers face-to-face at on-campus recruitment fairs and employer presentations.
Gain skills, confidence and experiences ready for the world of work with your dedicated careers toolkit. With Careers Network, your dedicated careers service, and the variety of opportunities available at Birmingham, you can build your own toolkit of skills and experiences to get you ready for an ever-changing world after graduation.
Your careers toolkit connects you with the opportunities, support and experiences across the university, including:
We are one of the most consistently targeted UK universities by top graduate employers (High Fliers report, The Graduate Market 2026). Read more about the achievements of our alumni and the way their university experience shaped their journey.
At Birmingham, your university experience isn’t just about studying. You will have the opportunity to discover new experiences, develop different skills and make friends for life.
Our bustling campus with its beautiful grounds, friendly community and excellent facilities will quickly make you feel at home. We offer you a huge variety of accommodation options in the UK’s second city, exciting activities to get involved in outside your studies, as well as all the support and advice you need.
Coming to Birmingham to study might be your first time living away from home. Our student accommodation will allow you to enjoy your independence in safe, welcoming and sociable surroundings.
As one of the original pioneering cities, Birmingham is a melting pot for shopping, food and drink, nightlife, sport, culture, and industry. It’s no wonder our students fall in love with the city.
Whoever you are and wherever you come from, we are committed to providing the best possible support to all of our students so that you can get the most out of your university experience.
Our green and spacious campus is the place where our community comes together to learn, relax and socialise. Like a town of its own, just minutes from the hustle and bustle of the UK’s second city.
Explore our beautiful campus from wherever you are. Get a feel for the wide range of historic and modern spaces and state-of-the-art facilities.
