About Publishing Media Pgdip Or Pgcert Or MA in Oxford Brookes University
The MA in Publishing Media at Oxford Brookes is respected throughout the world. The course gives you a broad understanding of the key issues facing the publishing industry in the 21st century.
You'll be able to explore specialist areas in-depth through independent study and a dissertation or major project. And you'll develop the specialist skills you need for your career development.
Our staff have extensive experience in national and international publishing roles. Many of them have written key texts on publishing. We also have an extensive list of visiting speakers and associate lecturers who are leading industry specialists.
Oxford is a global centre for the publishing industry. So you will have unrivalled access to work experience in Oxford, London and elsewhere.
Publishing Media is part of a group of courses run by the Oxford International Centre for Publishing Studies, which enjoy a high international standing in the publishing world. You'll benefit from our close links with publishing companies in Oxford and London.
- A second-class honours degree, or equivalent, in any subject; or
- An appropriate professional background and experience in the publishing industry.
Oxford Brookes University Highlights
| Type of Institute |
Public |
| Location |
Headington, Oxford. |
| Programs offered |
Undergraduate and graduate |
| Mode of application |
Online |
| Housing facilities |
Available |
| Financial Aid |
Scholarships, loans and grants |
| Application fee |
20-25 GBP |
Oxford Brookes University Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses
The table below mentions the cost of living in the UK while studying at the Oxford Brookes. The cost is tabulated on 35-week to 52-week basis. Usually, postgraduate courses are 52 weeks long.
| Item |
Amount (GBP) |
| Tuition (annual) |
13,900-20,000 |
| Accommodation |
4900-7280 |
| Books and supplies |
350-520 |
| Food |
2,275-3,224 |
| Transportation |
350-520 |
| Internet |
175-260 |
| Household goods |
350-520 |
| Miscellaneous (haircuts, gifts, emergency) |
1,050-1,560 |
| Total |
23,350-33,884 |
Oxford Brookes University Application Process
Application portal
- Undergraduate: UCAS or Oxford Brookes online portal
- Graduate: Brookes direct application
Application fee: Undergraduate: 20-25 GBP; Graduate: NA
Supporting documents:
- Academic transcripts.
- English language proficiency test scores.
- Scores of exams to study in the UK. (GMAT,GRE)
- CV or resume.
- Two references.
- Work experience and interview (if applicable)
English Proficiency Tests Scores
IELTS is the main test accepted at the university for Tier 4 student visa applicants.
| Program |
IELTS minimum score |
| International Foundation Diploma (Extended pathway) |
4.5 overall with 4.5 in all sections |
| International Foundation Diploma |
5.0 overall with 5.0 in all sections |
International Foundation Business and Technology,
International Foundation Arts, Humanities and Law |
5.5 overall with 5.5 in all sections |
Built Environment Foundation,
Computing Foundation,
Engineering Foundation |
Overall of 6.0 with 6.0 in reading and writing, 5.5 in listening and speaking |
Law, Architecture, Interior Architecture, English Literature
(including combined honors), English Literature and Creative Writing |
Overall of 6.5 with 6.0 in reading and writing, 5.5 in listening and speaking |
| Nutrition BSc (Hons) |
Overall of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in every section |
| Health and Social Care programs |
Overall of 6.5 or 7.0 with 6.5 or 7.0 in all sections (Specific details can be found on program page) |
| All other undergraduate programs |
Overall of 6.0 with 6.0 in reading and writing, 5.5 in listening and speaking |
| Pre-Master's courses (including Two-Year Master's) |
Overall of 5.5 with 5.5 in all sections |
| All masters courses |
Overall of 6.0-7.0 with 6.0 in reading and writing, 5.5 in listening and speaking (Specific details can be found on program page) |
