Learning Objectives

The MA in Global Media and Communication/MSc in Global Media and Communications is the first of its kind in the world. You will study the impact of globalization on communication, society, culture, politics and media practices in two of the world’s most important media capitals, Los Angeles and London.

USC Annenberg and the London School of Economics and Political Science joint master’s degree program enables you to study in two of the world’s global media capitals. You will have access to experts in new technology, global media, international telecommunications and media studies. As a professional with a global perspective, you will have the opportunity to play a powerful role in redefining the way the world communicates.

Learning objectives 

Upon successful completion of the global communication program you should be able to:

• Demonstrate an understanding of mediation in the global context through engagement with the phenomenon of global communication
• Develop and critically assess existing research as it relates to global communication
• Understand the value of cross-cultural communication and the exchange of ideas for the purpose of shaping global communication
• Produce independent, original scholarly work of publishable or “conference quality”