find your perfect postgrad program
Search our Database of 30,000 Courses
Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh: Political Communications and Public Affairs
| Institution | Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh |
|---|---|
| Department | School of Arts, Social Sciences and Management |
| Web | http://www.qmu.ac.uk |
| admissions@qmu.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 0131 474 0000 |
| Study type | Taught |
MSc
Summary
This unique MSc in Political Communication and Public Affairs is for those already working in communication or PR, or those who wish to move into the area, and will enable you to enter careers in public affairs, policy communication, campaigning, or advocacy.
The course offers highly relevant theoretical knowledge and strong development of vocational skills. It focuses on the intersection of communication, media, and politics as the area of knowledge fundamental to communicators working across public, private, and third-sector organisations, as well as across a range of economic, social, or cultural sectors.
Communication, media, and culture not only shape people’s lives but are also pivotal to the way in which politics and policymaking work. Companies and brands have recognised this for some time now in their lobbying, advocacy, and social responsibility work. In this age of activism, so have ordinary people when they mobilise to advocate for ways - laws and policies - to change how governments and companies go about their business. There is politics (and policy) in the food we eat, in the education we get, in how we travel, in how we build homes, in who makes our clothes, and in what happens to them when we no longer use them. And this is what this course is about.
We recognise the growing importance of specialist skills that combine communication with strategic management and an understanding of public affairs. Many organisations, from huge corporations to grassroots organisations, rely on public affairs specialists to conduct their activities, look after their reputations and, most importantly, have a say in how the world is shaped by what governments and legislators do.
On this course, you will develop communication expertise that combines strategic communication with an understanding of policy communication in the contemporary media landscape.
As you will learn, not all people who do these jobs think of themselves as public affairs specialists. Some may be called policy officers or public engagement managers, but whatever the job title, there are core competencies that you need and that you will start developing with our help.
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Location | Queen Margaret University Queen Margaret University Edinburgh EH21 6UU |
Summary
This unique MSc in Political Communication and Public Affairs is for those already working in communication or PR, or those who wish to move into the area, and will enable you to enter careers in public affairs, policy communication, campaigning, or advocacy.
The course offers highly relevant theoretical knowledge and strong development of vocational skills. It focuses on the intersection of communication, media, and politics as the area of knowledge fundamental to communicators working across public, private, and third-sector organisations, as well as across a range of economic, social, or cultural sectors.
Communication, media, and culture not only shape people’s lives but are also pivotal to the way in which politics and policymaking work. Companies and brands have recognised this for some time now in their lobbying, advocacy, and social responsibility work. In this age of activism, so have ordinary people when they mobilise to advocate for ways - laws and policies - to change how governments and companies go about their business. There is politics (and policy) in the food we eat, in the education we get, in how we travel, in how we build homes, in who makes our clothes, and in what happens to them when we no longer use them. And this is what this course is about.
We recognise the growing importance of specialist skills that combine communication with strategic management and an understanding of public affairs. Many organisations, from huge corporations to grassroots organisations, rely on public affairs specialists to conduct their activities, look after their reputations and, most importantly, have a say in how the world is shaped by what governments and legislators do.
On this course, you will develop communication expertise that combines strategic communication with an understanding of policy communication in the contemporary media landscape.
As you will learn, not all people who do these jobs think of themselves as public affairs specialists. Some may be called policy officers or public engagement managers, but whatever the job title, there are core competencies that you need and that you will start developing with our help.
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Location | Queen Margaret University Queen Margaret University Edinburgh EH21 6UU |
Summary
This unique MSc in Political Communication and Public Affairs is for those already working in communication or PR, or those who wish to move into the area, and will enable you to enter careers in public affairs, policy communication, campaigning, or advocacy.
The course offers highly relevant theoretical knowledge and strong development of vocational skills. It focuses on the intersection of communication, media, and politics as the area of knowledge fundamental to communicators working across public, private, and third-sector organisations, as well as across a range of economic, social, or cultural sectors.
Communication, media, and culture not only shape people’s lives but are also pivotal to the way in which politics and policymaking work. Companies and brands have recognised this for some time now in their lobbying, advocacy, and social responsibility work. In this age of activism, so have ordinary people when they mobilise to advocate for ways - laws and policies - to change how governments and companies go about their business. There is politics (and policy) in the food we eat, in the education we get, in how we travel, in how we build homes, in who makes our clothes, and in what happens to them when we no longer use them. And this is what this course is about.
We recognise the growing importance of specialist skills that combine communication with strategic management and an understanding of public affairs. Many organisations, from huge corporations to grassroots organisations, rely on public affairs specialists to conduct their activities, look after their reputations and, most importantly, have a say in how the world is shaped by what governments and legislators do.
On this course, you will develop communication expertise that combines strategic communication with an understanding of policy communication in the contemporary media landscape.
As you will learn, not all people who do these jobs think of themselves as public affairs specialists. Some may be called policy officers or public engagement managers, but whatever the job title, there are core competencies that you need and that you will start developing with our help.
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Location | Queen Margaret University Queen Margaret University Edinburgh EH21 6UU |
Summary
This unique MSc in Political Communication and Public Affairs is for those already working in communication or PR, or those who wish to move into the area, and will enable you to enter careers in public affairs, policy communication, campaigning, or advocacy.
The course offers highly relevant theoretical knowledge and strong development of vocational skills. It focuses on the intersection of communication, media, and politics as the area of knowledge fundamental to communicators working across public, private, and third-sector organisations, as well as across a range of economic, social, or cultural sectors.
Communication, media, and culture not only shape people’s lives but are also pivotal to the way in which politics and policymaking work. Companies and brands have recognised this for some time now in their lobbying, advocacy, and social responsibility work. In this age of activism, so have ordinary people when they mobilise to advocate for ways - laws and policies - to change how governments and companies go about their business. There is politics (and policy) in the food we eat, in the education we get, in how we travel, in how we build homes, in who makes our clothes, and in what happens to them when we no longer use them. And this is what this course is about.
We recognise the growing importance of specialist skills that combine communication with strategic management and an understanding of public affairs. Many organisations, from huge corporations to grassroots organisations, rely on public affairs specialists to conduct their activities, look after their reputations and, most importantly, have a say in how the world is shaped by what governments and legislators do.
On this course, you will develop communication expertise that combines strategic communication with an understanding of policy communication in the contemporary media landscape.
As you will learn, not all people who do these jobs think of themselves as public affairs specialists. Some may be called policy officers or public engagement managers, but whatever the job title, there are core competencies that you need and that you will start developing with our help.
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Location | Queen Margaret University Queen Margaret University Edinburgh EH21 6UU |
Summary
This course focuses on the intersection of communication, media, and politics as the area of knowledge fundamental for communicators working across public, private and third-sector organizations as well as a range of economic, social or cultural sectors. Students will develop communication expertise that combines strategic communication with an understanding of policy communication in the contemporary media landscape. The course offers relevant theoretical knowledge and strong vocational skills development for students who wish to enter careers in public affairs, policy communication, campaigning, or advocacy jobs.
Communication, media, and culture not only shape people’s lives but are also pivotal to the way in which politics and policymaking work. Companies and brands have recognised this for some time now in their lobbying, advocacy, and social responsibility work. In this age of activism, so have ordinary people when they mobilize to advocate for ways—laws and policies—to change how governments and companies go about their business. There is politics (and policy) in the food we eat, in the education we get, in how we travel, how we build homes, in who makes our clothes and what happens to them when we no longer use them. And this is what this course is about.
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Students will normally possess an honours degree or equivalent from a relevant subject area (eg arts, humanities or social sciences). Students without an honours degree may be admitted (subject to interview) to the course if they have other relevant qualifications and appropriate work experience. International: You will be required to provide evidence of English language competence at no less than IELTS 6.5 and no individual component score below 6.0. |
| Location | Queen Margaret University Queen Margaret University Edinburgh EH21 6UU |
Fees
| England | 7525 GBP for Whole course |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 7525 GBP for Whole course |
| Scotland | 7525 GBP for Whole course |
| Wales | 7525 GBP for Whole course |
| Republic of Ireland | 7525 GBP for Whole course |
| International | 18455 GBP for Whole course |
Summary
This course focuses on the intersection of communication, media, and politics as the area of knowledge fundamental for communicators working across public, private and third-sector organizations as well as a range of economic, social or cultural sectors. Students will develop communication expertise that combines strategic communication with an understanding of policy communication in the contemporary media landscape. The course offers relevant theoretical knowledge and strong vocational skills development for students who wish to enter careers in public affairs, policy communication, campaigning, or advocacy jobs.
Communication, media, and culture not only shape people’s lives but are also pivotal to the way in which politics and policymaking work. Companies and brands have recognised this for some time now in their lobbying, advocacy, and social responsibility work. In this age of activism, so have ordinary people when they mobilize to advocate for ways—laws and policies—to change how governments and companies go about their business. There is politics (and policy) in the food we eat, in the education we get, in how we travel, how we build homes, in who makes our clothes and what happens to them when we no longer use them. And this is what this course is about.
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Students will normally possess an honours degree or equivalent from a relevant subject area (eg arts, humanities or social sciences). Students without an honours degree may be admitted (subject to interview) to the course if they have other relevant qualifications and appropriate work experience. International: You will be required to provide evidence of English language competence at no less than IELTS 6.5 and no individual component score below 6.0. |
| Location | Queen Margaret University Queen Margaret University Edinburgh EH21 6UU |
Fees
| England | 1005 GBP for Module |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 1005 GBP for Module |
| Scotland | 1005 GBP for Module |
| Wales | 1005 GBP for Module |
| Republic of Ireland | 1005 GBP for Module |
| International | 2425 GBP for Module |
Summary
This course focuses on the intersection of communication, media, and politics as the area of knowledge fundamental for communicators working across public, private and third-sector organizations as well as a range of economic, social or cultural sectors. Students will develop communication expertise that combines strategic communication with an understanding of policy communication in the contemporary media landscape. The course offers relevant theoretical knowledge and strong vocational skills development for students who wish to enter careers in public affairs, policy communication, campaigning, or advocacy jobs.
Communication, media, and culture not only shape people’s lives but are also pivotal to the way in which politics and policymaking work. Companies and brands have recognised this for some time now in their lobbying, advocacy, and social responsibility work. In this age of activism, so have ordinary people when they mobilize to advocate for ways—laws and policies—to change how governments and companies go about their business. There is politics (and policy) in the food we eat, in the education we get, in how we travel, how we build homes, in who makes our clothes and what happens to them when we no longer use them. And this is what this course is about.
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Students will normally possess an honours degree or equivalent from a relevant subject area (eg arts, humanities or social sciences). Students without an honours degree may be admitted (subject to interview) to the course if they have other relevant qualifications and appropriate work experience. International: You will be required to provide evidence of English language competence at no less than IELTS 6.5 and no individual component score below 6.0. |
| Location | Queen Margaret University Queen Margaret University Edinburgh EH21 6UU |
Fees
| England | 7525 GBP for Whole course |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 7525 GBP for Whole course |
| Scotland | 7525 GBP for Whole course |
| Wales | 7525 GBP for Whole course |
| Republic of Ireland | 7525 GBP for Whole course |
| International | 18455 GBP for Whole course |
Summary
This course focuses on the intersection of communication, media, and politics as the area of knowledge fundamental for communicators working across public, private and third-sector organizations as well as a range of economic, social or cultural sectors. Students will develop communication expertise that combines strategic communication with an understanding of policy communication in the contemporary media landscape. The course offers relevant theoretical knowledge and strong vocational skills development for students who wish to enter careers in public affairs, policy communication, campaigning, or advocacy jobs.
Communication, media, and culture not only shape people’s lives but are also pivotal to the way in which politics and policymaking work. Companies and brands have recognised this for some time now in their lobbying, advocacy, and social responsibility work. In this age of activism, so have ordinary people when they mobilize to advocate for ways—laws and policies—to change how governments and companies go about their business. There is politics (and policy) in the food we eat, in the education we get, in how we travel, how we build homes, in who makes our clothes and what happens to them when we no longer use them. And this is what this course is about.
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Students will normally possess an honours degree or equivalent from a relevant subject area (eg arts, humanities or social sciences). Students without an honours degree may be admitted (subject to interview) to the course if they have other relevant qualifications and appropriate work experience. International: You will be required to provide evidence of English language competence at no less than IELTS 6.5 and no individual component score below 6.0. |
| Location | Queen Margaret University Queen Margaret University Edinburgh EH21 6UU |
Fees
| England | 1005 GBP for Module |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 1005 GBP for Module |
| Scotland | 1005 GBP for Module |
| Wales | 1005 GBP for Module |
| Republic of Ireland | 1005 GBP for Module |
| International | 2425 GBP for Module |
Summary
This course focuses on the intersection of communication, media, and politics as the area of knowledge fundamental for communicators working across public, private and third-sector organizations as well as a range of economic, social or cultural sectors. Students will develop communication expertise that combines strategic communication with an understanding of policy communication in the contemporary media landscape. The course offers relevant theoretical knowledge and strong vocational skills development for students who wish to enter careers in public affairs, policy communication, campaigning, or advocacy jobs.
Communication, media, and culture not only shape people’s lives but are also pivotal to the way in which politics and policymaking work. Companies and brands have recognised this for some time now in their lobbying, advocacy, and social responsibility work. In this age of activism, so have ordinary people when they mobilize to advocate for ways—laws and policies—to change how governments and companies go about their business. There is politics (and policy) in the food we eat, in the education we get, in how we travel, how we build homes, in who makes our clothes and what happens to them when we no longer use them. And this is what this course is about.
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Students will normally possess an honours degree or equivalent from a relevant subject area (eg arts, humanities or social sciences). Students without an honours degree may be admitted (subject to interview) to the course if they have other relevant qualifications and appropriate work experience. International: You will be required to provide evidence of English language competence at no less than IELTS 6.5 and no individual component score below 6.0. |
| Location | Queen Margaret University Queen Margaret University Edinburgh EH21 6UU |
Fees
| England | 7165 GBP for Whole course |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 7165 GBP for Whole course |
| Scotland | 7165 GBP for Whole course |
| Wales | 7165 GBP for Whole course |
| Republic of Ireland | 7165 GBP for Whole course |
| International | 17575 GBP for Whole course |
Summary
This course focuses on the intersection of communication, media, and politics as the area of knowledge fundamental for communicators working across public, private and third-sector organizations as well as a range of economic, social or cultural sectors. Students will develop communication expertise that combines strategic communication with an understanding of policy communication in the contemporary media landscape. The course offers relevant theoretical knowledge and strong vocational skills development for students who wish to enter careers in public affairs, policy communication, campaigning, or advocacy jobs.
Communication, media, and culture not only shape people’s lives but are also pivotal to the way in which politics and policymaking work. Companies and brands have recognised this for some time now in their lobbying, advocacy, and social responsibility work. In this age of activism, so have ordinary people when they mobilize to advocate for ways—laws and policies—to change how governments and companies go about their business. There is politics (and policy) in the food we eat, in the education we get, in how we travel, how we build homes, in who makes our clothes and what happens to them when we no longer use them. And this is what this course is about.
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Students will normally possess an honours degree or equivalent from a relevant subject area (eg arts, humanities or social sciences). Students without an honours degree may be admitted (subject to interview) to the course if they have other relevant qualifications and appropriate work experience. International: You will be required to provide evidence of English language competence at no less than IELTS 6.5 and no individual component score below 6.0. |
| Location | Queen Margaret University Queen Margaret University Edinburgh EH21 6UU |
Fees
| England | 955 GBP for Module |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 955 GBP for Module |
| Scotland | 955 GBP for Module |
| Wales | 955 GBP for Module |
| Republic of Ireland | 955 GBP for Module |
| International | 2310 GBP for Module |
Not what you are looking for?
Browse other courses in Communication studies, Business communication or Multimedia studies, or search our comprehensive database of postgrad programs.Postgraduate Bursary Opportunity with Postgrad.com
Are you studying as a PG student at the moment or have you recently been accepted on a postgraduate program? Apply now for one of our £2000 PGS bursaries.
Click here