Communication and Media

The analysis of communication and media is essential for making sense of how power and influence work in today’s complex, turbulent world. We invite you to study in our world-leading community. Part of the School of Social Sciences and Humanities.

Joint 1st in the UK for Communication and Media Studies

The Complete University Guide 2026

2nd in the UK for in Communication and Media Studies

Times/Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026

6th in the UK for Media and Film Studies

Guardian University Guide 2026

Top 100 in the World for Communication & Media Studies

QS World Subject Rankings 2025

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Auric

I particularly valued the intellectual breadth of the modules. The combination of critical thinking and practical application gave me a versatile skill set and perspective, opening doors to a wide range of career paths.

Auric Media and Communication BSc
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Research

Our Department is a global leader in research excellence, with particular expertise in areas such as political communication, language and social interaction, or at the intersections between media, memory and history. Our research not only advances academic knowledge but also fosters societal impact and shapes public debate at both national and international level.

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When Korea defied China’s security demands it targeted its entertainment industry – new research

In 2016, China banned South Korean television shows, pop idols and entertainment exports after Seoul allowed US missile systems on its territory.
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How to argue without falling out – an expert guide

To disagree is an inescapable part of being human. We simply are not all the same. But whereas a small disagreement may remain amiable, particularly over text or online where we can edit our responses, a face-to-face row over a sensitive topic can develop into a more antagonistic form of argument.
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Make a new year resolution for 2025: Learn Japanese!

We are offering an in-person Japanese course for beginners, open to anyone aged 18 and over at Loughborough University.

Staff

Our academic staff are highly engaged in the most significant global scholarly networks. Learn about their research and teaching specialisms.

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