Registration Ref: EIAC-PROG-MANCHESTER-032Statutory Full AccreditationEQF Level 7 · FHEQ Level 7

MA Digital Media Production, Journalism & Communications

University of Manchester
University of Manchester
Manchester, United Kingdom
Faculty of Humanities, Psychology, Media & Social Sciences
Degree LevelMaster
Academic Credits180 CATS / ECTS
Certified Duration1-2 Years
Delivery ModeBlended & On-Campus

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Academic Overview & Objectives

MA Digital Media Production, Journalism & Communications awarded by University of Manchester. Recognized under the statutory quality criteria of the Edinburgh International Accreditation Council, calibrated to Bologna EHEA (EQF Level 7) and UK FHEQ Level 7 standards. The curriculum combines rigorous faculty mentorship, proctored examinations, and an independent capstone research dissertation.

Evaluated Curriculum Scope: The program fulfills all disciplinary competencies mandated by European Higher Education Area (EHEA) standards, incorporating rigorous peer assessment, external moderation, and verifiable transcript documentation.

Qualifications Framework & Bologna Alignment

This qualification is calibrated against the European Qualifications Framework (EQF) and the Framework for Higher Education Qualifications in England, Wales and Northern Ireland (FHEQ), ensuring cross-border recognition and equivalence.

EQF Level7European Framework
UK FHEQLevel 7Honours / Masters Scope
ECTS / CATS180Total Certified Credits

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Cross-Border Credit Transferability (ECTS)

Accredited Curriculum & Syllabi

4 Certified Modules
Stage 1: Research Methodology & Core Theory(2 Modules)
MAAC501

Advanced Theoretical Foundations & Seminars

20 Credits60 hrs

Systematic inquiry into foundational doctrines, literature frameworks, and core disciplinary models.

EpistemologyTheoretical ModelsCritical Literature Review
MAAC502

Quantitative & Qualitative Research Design

20 Credits60 hrs

Advanced experimental methods, empirical evidence gathering, and research ethics protocols.

Methodological DesignStatistical InferenceEthical Governance
Stage 2: Advanced Specialized Inquiries(1 Modules)
MAAC601

Specialized Laboratory & Applied Seminar

20 Credits60 hrs

Advanced seminars addressing emergent developments, professional standards, and international best practice.

Contemporary DebatesCase StudiesCross-Border Applications
Stage 3: Masters Dissertation / Doctoral Thesis(1 Modules)
MAAC699

Independent Dissertation & Examination

60 Credits120 hrs

Independent scholarly investigation under doctoral faculty supervision culminating in a written thesis.

Original ResearchPeer AssessmentOral Defense

EIAC Statutory Accreditation Certificate of Record

This program dossier constitutes an official public extract from the Edinburgh International Accreditation Council statutory register. It confirms that MA Digital Media Production, Journalism & Communications satisfies all criteria for degree-granting excellence under Edinburgh Council Decrees.

RECORD DIGEST:EIAC-PROG-MANCHESTER-032-REG-VALID
REGISTERED BY:Academic Secretariat, Edinburgh
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University of Manchester
Awarding University

University of Manchester

Accreditation Ref:EIAC/QA/UK/2026/107
Jurisdiction:United Kingdom
Founded:1824
Official Portal:www.manchester.ac.uk

Accreditation Specifications

Registry Code:EIAC-PROG-MANCHESTER-032
Award Type:Master
Certified Credits:180 CATS/ECTS
Delivery Pathway:Blended & On-Campus
Evaluation Cycle:Annual Statutory Inspection
Digital Seal:SHA-256 Ledger Authenticated

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