Thank you for your interest in the Master of Arts in Media Studies and Practice (MAMSP) at AUS.
The Master of Arts in Media Studies and Practice (MAMSP) program is your gateway to a global career in media. Offered by the Department of Media Communication, this program is dedicated to shaping the next generation of media professionals by equipping students with the skills, expertise, and digital tools needed to drive innovation, influence change, and shape the future of the industry.
By blending media studies, journalism, integrated marketing communication, and digital media, the program provides students with critical knowledge and practical skills to navigate the evolving media landscape and excel in their chosen media industry. It emphasizes storytelling, creativity, and strategic communication, offering specialized training in content creation, documentaries, media campaigns, and strategic communications.
MAMSP trains future media leaders by fostering innovation, ethical media practices, and adaptability in addressing emerging communication challenges. Graduates are well-positioned for careers in government, corporate communication, academia, film, and journalism, making them influential contributors to the media industry on a global scale.
Curriculum
Led by world-class faculty, the MAMSP program is designed to cater to the increasing demand for an interdisciplinary education that blends media theory with practical application. Students can tailor their academic journey to align with their career goals by choosing from three options: the course option, the thesis option, or the professional project option. It also takes a multidisciplinary approach, providing students with a deep understanding of historical, emerging, and contemporary global and regional media environments.
The MAMSP program offers flexible course scheduling, with classes held in the evenings on weekdays and/or weekends.
Mission
Our mission is to develop media professionals who are globally conscious, adaptable, and equipped to navigate the rapidly evolving media landscape. The Master of Arts in Media Studies and Practice is designed for individuals seeking to make an impact in media industries and digital communications. Our curriculum integrates essential media foundations with hands-on practice, benchmarking against top programs in the region. The two tracks of theory and practice offer a strong emphasis on media production, media research, media ethics, and advanced media skills; the MAMSP prepares graduates to lead and shape the future of media.
For information on the program’s degree requirements, please visit: https://www.aus.edu/cas/department-of-media-communication/master-of-arts-in-media-studies-and-practice-mamsp.
AUS offers assistantships and work-study opportunities for graduate applicants. For more information, please visit www.aus.edu/graduate-assistantships-and-employment
For more information on the program, please feel free to send your inquiries to mamsp@aus.edu or
Dr. Suheil Dahdal
Program Coordinator
Tel +971 6 515 2530
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