15May
PostgraduateCourse summary
Develop an advanced understanding of the issues and debates surrounding political communication, focusing on areas such as diplomacy, campaigning, reporting and media effects contextualised within the 21st Century communication and media environment. Why study MA International Political Communication at BU?
- Incorporating an international perspective, you’ll be provided with insights into the latest developments in political communication including the evolution of political and social change and technological innovations
- Analyse current issues and practice with the aim of tackling difficult questions drawing on theories from social science, sociology, psychology, communication studies, and international/diplomatic relations
- Benefit from BU’s extensive connections with a range of political organisations, local, national and international pressure groups, charities and communication consultancies
- Learn from academics whose links with research institutions and political organisations span across the globe, from Massachusetts and Prague to Bogota and Auckland
- We use a variety of teaching and learning methods including lectures, seminars, tutorials and workshops
- Engage in research with the Centre for Comparative Politics & Media Research.
Modules
Social Theory & Political Communication; The Psychodynamics of Emotion & Political Culture and Society; Methods of Inquiry in the Social Sciences & Humanities; Political Communication & Campaigning; Public Diplomacy & International Relation; Discourse, Rhetoric & Power; Final Project.
Entry requirements
A Bachelors Honours degree with 2:2, or equivalent. If English is not your first language you'll need IELTS (Academic) 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in writing and 5.5 in speaking, listening and reading.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £8750 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £8750 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £8750 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £8750 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £8750 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £8750 | Year 1 |
| EU | £16000 | Year 1 |
| International | £16000 | Year 1 |
Additional fee information
All fees are quoted in pounds sterling and are per year. Your tuition fees will be the same for each year of your course. Fees during your placement year (if applicable): £1,850.
Visit Bournemouth University's website for full details.
Provider information
Bournemouth University
Talbot Campus
Fern Barrow
Poole
BH12 5BB
Course contact details
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