Media and Communication MA (formerly Communication MA) – 2025
The academic support was one of the most valuable aspects of my experience. Across the programme, I was fortunate to learn from a number of excellent lecturers who created a genuinely supportive and intellectually engaging environment.
Why did you choose the University of Westminster?
I chose Westminster because the programme felt genuinely research oriented. It wasn’t just about learning existing knowledge, but about developing the skills to question, analyse and produce it.
That focus was important to me because I wanted to strengthen my research skills and prepare for further academic work. Being in London added another layer, it allowed me to engage with real-world dynamics alongside my studies.
How has your experience been studying in London?
Studying in London was one of the most defining parts of my experience. I genuinely fell in love with the city.
It constantly challenges and inspires you’re surrounded by different perspectives, conversations, and ideas every day. It can be intense, but it teaches you how to think faster, adapt, and see the bigger picture.
Tell us about your course and what have you particularly enjoyed?
It gave me the opportunity to develop my analytical and research skills in a structured way, from engaging with theory to applying methods like critical discourse analysis. Over time, I became much more confident in working with complex material and building my own arguments.
How have you found academic support as part of your studies?
The academic support was one of the most valuable aspects of my experience. Across the programme, I was fortunate to learn from a number of excellent lecturers who created a genuinely supportive and intellectually engaging environment. At the same time, three academics had a particularly strong influence on my development: Professor Tarik Sabry, Dr Dimitris Boucas, and Professor Maria Michalis. Each of them contributed in a different way, helping me refine my thinking, approach research with greater clarity, and grow in confidence as a researcher.
Were there any stand-out facilities associated with your course?
Rather than a single stand-out facility, what I valued most was the overall academic environment and access to high-quality resources. The library and digital databases were particularly important for my research, especially during my dissertation. Having reliable access to academic journals, study spaces, and research tools made it possible to work in a focused and consistent way.
Can you tell us about your current role and share a bit about your responsibilities?
I currently work as a consultant, focusing on research, analysis, and communication. My responsibilities involve working with complex information, structuring it clearly, and supporting decision-making processes. This often includes analysing materials, identifying key patterns, and presenting insights in a concise and accessible way.
How has your course prepared you for your current role and a career in your industry?
The course strengthened my ability to work with complex information in a structured and analytical way, which has been directly relevant to my current role. It helped me develop a more precise approach to research, from engaging with theory to analysing texts and identifying underlying patterns. This has been particularly valuable in my work, where clarity and well-grounded insights are essential.
One of the key advantages of studying at Westminster was the emphasis on critical thinking and independent research. It allowed me not only to understand existing ideas, but to question them and build my own perspective, which is an important part of my professional approach today.
Tell us about any activities that you undertook outside of your course?
Outside of my course, I spent a significant amount of time exploring London and travelling across the UK and Europe. For me, this was not just leisure, but an important extension of my studies. Being in different places, observing how people, cultures and public spaces interact, helped me better understand the broader context of media, communication and identity.
Living in London, in particular, offered constant exposure to diverse perspectives – through everyday encounters, exhibitions, public discussions, and the city itself. These experiences complemented my academic work in a natural and meaningful way.
What would your advice be to someone considering studying at Westminster?
Come prepared to engage, not just to complete the programme. Westminster gives you a lot of intellectual space, but it expects you to use it – to question ideas, work independently, and take responsibility for your own learning. If you approach it actively, the experience can be genuinely transformative.
What's the best aspect of being a University of Westminster student?
The programme, combined with the experience of living in London, pushed me to engage with ideas more critically and approach complexity with greater clarity and independence. Over time, you realise that you’re not just learning new material – you’re learning how to think differently.
What was the most surprising or unexpected aspect of your Westminster experience?
What surprised me most was how quickly my own standards changed. What initially felt like strong work no longer felt sufficient as the programme progressed. The course constantly pushed me to think more precisely, question more deeply, and engage with ideas at a much higher level than I had expected.