Media Psychology

Entry requirements

You will typically need an upper second-class (2:1) honours degree in psychology, media studies, or social sciences.

This multi-disciplinary course integrates psychological theory with social sciences, media, and communication studies. We welcome applicants with these backgrounds who are interested in the application of psychology to media provision and consumption. Those with experience in psychology and research methods through work or study may also apply and will be considered under our Accreditation of Prior Learning procedure.

Visit the course page on the University of Salford website for more information.

Months of entry

September

Course content

This is the only dedicated postgraduate course in the UK that focuses on the relationships between media and psychology from both academic and professional perspectives.

The course offers you the opportunity to explore the effects of media on individuals and society, while also learning how psychology can be applied to enhance media design and understand media consumption. You will engage in discussions on ethics, accessibility, understanding diverse audiences, positive uses of media, and professional applications.

Join a unique learning environment at our state-of-the-art campus at MediaCity—situated in the heart of the region’s creative and digital industry—where you will interact with a multidisciplinary team of experts in psychology, media, and digital experience design.

International applicants: please check the international intakes page for the latest information and application dates.

You will:

• Explore the psychological effects of media, how media use can be researched and evaluated, and how to communicate with different audiences across various media.
• Develop a unique professional profile, applying psychology to understand, develop, and predict people’s interactions with media.

This is for you if...

• You are curious about the effects of media on individuals and society.
• You want to pursue a career in communications professions or media research.
• You want to learn at MediaCity with a multi-disciplinary team.