- Duration
- 2 years
- Entry requirements
- Recognised prior qualification; exact subject and minimum-mark requirements depend on the selected programme.
- Study format
- Online learning with scheduled teaching and self-study resources.
- Assessment
- Online proctored examinations, with university assessment rules.
What you will study
Examples from the named pathways below. These are not compulsory subjects shared by every variant of this degree.
- Postcolonial Literature
- Commonwealth Literature
- Political Theory
- Comparative Politics
- International Politics
- Gender and Society
- Sociology of Development
- Sociology of Health
Subjects and pathways within this degree
English
Examine literature across periods and cultures, using interpretation and critical theory to develop sustained arguments.
- Postcolonial Literature
- Commonwealth Literature
Political Science
Explore political institutions and competing approaches to power, conflict and international affairs.
- Political Theory
- Comparative Politics
- International Politics
Sociology
Explore how social structures, institutions and development shape people’s lives.
- Gender and Society
- Sociology of Development
- Sociology of Health
Economics
Study economic approaches to public choices, including the interpretation of policy and resource allocation.
- Game Theory
- Environmental Economics
- Health Economics
Journalism and Mass Communication
Develop an understanding of reporting, media production and public communication. Three newer elective directions are advertised within this degree.
- Broadcast Journalism
- Digital Media Writing
Make the degree work for your goals
For graduates interested in advanced reading, analysis and research in a specific area. Prior subject study may be required or recommended.
- Subject-specific analysis
- Research and synthesis
- Academic writing
- Critical evaluation
Develop a focused literature review or research question in your discipline. Check guidance, source access and assessment criteria with the university.
Your learning and assessment experience
Online learning with scheduled teaching and self-study resources.
Academic and technical support through the university learning system.
Online proctored examinations, with university assessment rules.
Where this learning can take you
- Research
- Communication
- Further academic study
These are possible areas to explore, rather than promised placements or salaries. Your practical skills, previous experience and any additional professional requirements matter.
Plan the full commitment.
Talk through tuition, examination charges and instalment or EMI options for your chosen programme. Financing eligibility and provider terms apply.
From shortlist to application
- Choose the exact degree and subject pathway that match your goals.
- Match your qualifications to the programme’s entry requirements.
- Review the full fee quotation, academic calendar and refund terms.
- Use the university’s application process to submit documents and retain your admission confirmation.
Questions about this choice
What will I study in Online MA?+
Choose a distinct arts degree according to your interest in language, society, economics or media. The subjects below are separate degree variants.
How should I plan study around work?+
Online learning with scheduled teaching and self-study resources. Reserve regular time for independent study and assessments, and compare the academic calendar with your working week.
Does career support guarantee a job?+
No. Use career services to prepare applications, practise interviews and build evidence of your skills. Employers make hiring decisions.
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