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MA International Relations and Global Communications

Manchester Metropolitan University

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  • Qualification

    MA - Master of Arts

  • Location

    Manchester Metropolitan University

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    05-OCT-26

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

The relationship between politics and communications has never been more dynamic or more important than it is today. Digital media, particularly social media, is fundamentally changing the terrain of politics. This course allows you to study those interactions within an interdisciplinary environment, drawing on research and expertise from the fields of politics, international relations, information and communications, media and linguistics. You will study media and communications theory, plus the historical development of international relations and key issues in contemporary global politics, becoming an expert in how new communication technologies shape societies, politics and individual lives.

Career prospects

Graduates may choose to go on to progress to higher research programmes or seek a wide range of careers within areas such as: government, international politics, social and economic organisations, journalism and globally oriented businesses.

Graduates have previously gone into roles including:

TV News Presenter (Bulgaria)

Communications Officer for HMRC (UK)

Policy and Guidance Manager for OFSTED (UK)

War Room Analyst for the Republican National Committee (USA)

Tuition fees

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(International fees)

£ 21,000per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

Manchester Metropolitan University

Manchester Metropolitan University

Manchester Metropolitan University

  • University League Table

    50th

  • Campus address

    Manchester Metropolitan University, Ormond Building, Lower Ormond Street, Manchester, Lancashire, M15 6BX, United Kingdom

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The university welcomes a diverse international student population of more than 5,000 international students from over 120 countries.
Each year, it offers a range of welcome events to help new students settle into university, explore the city, and prepare for their academic studies.
Study in the centre of the global city of Manchester, on a campus with world-class learning spaces, a lively Students’ Union and fantastic social hubs.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Politics

    51st out of 74 8

  • Entry standards

    / Max 217
    128 59%

    35th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    66.0 66%

    56th

    5

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.22 81%

    19th

    5

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