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University of Glasgow: Political Communication
| Institution | University of Glasgow View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | School of Social & Political Sciences View department profile |
| Web | glasgow.ac.uk/socialpolitical |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
This programme is designed to give students an advanced understanding of the interplay between politics, the media, civil society, and public opinion. The programme will help you to understand how information flows and influences contemporary societies, both domestically and internationally, across diverse platforms, structures, and systems. The programme is excellent preparation for employment in politics, journalism, strategic communication, diplomacy and related fields.
Our courses are taught by expert staff who conduct research directly related to political communication. Each course introduces students to foundational theories, as well as the latest cutting-edge developments in the field.
We provide a supportive learning environment with high levels of staff-student interaction. You will engage in active discussion of topical issues, ranging from the power of social media platforms to the nature of media biases and the effects of disinformation.
Our courses are taught by expert staff who conduct research directly related to political communication. Each course introduces students to foundational theories, as well as the latest cutting-edge developments in the field. We provide a supportive learning environment with high levels of staff-student interaction. You will engage in active discussion of topical issues, ranging from the power of social media platforms to the nature of media biases and the effects of disinformation. * MSc students will work closely with a supervisor on their dissertation – a research project of their own design – and acquire research skills and experience which employers value highly. * You will develop a wide range of transferrable skills. You will learn how to convey complex ideas effectively, both verbally and in writing, and how to present convincing arguments based on careful scrutiny of research evidence. * Our programme is unique in Scotland. It is one of very few political communication programmes in the UK to be taught mainly by Politics and International Relations specialists, rather than scholars of media and communication studies. * Students on this programme come from dozens of different countries, including the UK. You will be part of a diverse student body in the School of Social and Political Sciences, which offers regular extracurricular events, talks by high-profile guest speakers, and activities to improve student employability.
All students take three core courses and three optional courses (please note that the list of available optional courses varies slightly from year to year). MSc students also write a dissertation over the summer months on a relevant question of their choice, under the supervision of a specialist member of staff.
Core courses
- MEDIA AND DEMOCRACY
- POLITICAL INSTITUTIONS AND COMMUNICATION
- RESEARCH DESIGN OR QUALITATIVE RESEARCH METHODS OR QUANTITATIVE DATA ANALYSIS
Recommended optional courses
- THE INTERNET AND CIVIL SOCIETY
- THE PSYCHOLOGY OF POLITICAL COMMUNICATION
- MEDIA AND CONFLICT IN DIVIDED SOCIETIES
- MEDIA, WAR AND SECURITY
- SOCIAL JUSTICE ACTIVISM IN THE INFORMATION AGE
- COMPUTATIONAL METHODS AND DIGITAL MEDIA
Other optional courses
- GENDER, RACE AND INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS
- HUMANITARIAN INTERVENTION: CIVILIAN OR SOVEREIGNTY
- INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS
- CONFLICT ANALYSIS
- INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS AND DEVELOPMENT
- GLOBALISATION: CRITICAL PERSPECTIVES FROM THE GLOBAL SOUTH
- POLITICAL ECONOMY OF CONFLICT
- STRATEGY, DEFENCE AND INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS
- INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS OF THE MIDDLE EAST
- REGIONAL ECONOMIC INTEGRATION AND ORGANISATIONS (REIO)
- INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS AND DEVELOPMENT
Dual Degree (Radboud-Glasgow) Comparative Politics & Communication
The dual degree in Comparative Politics & Communication is an exciting partnership designed in collaboration with Radboud University, Netherlands.
The 2 year programme aims to provide you with a rigorous and comprehensive general overview of the topic in year 1 and specialist training and dissertation writing in year 2.
More information
- Information about the dual degree
- Dual Degree Comparative Politics & Communication (Radboud University website)
Our graduates have gone on to work for political parties, campaign groups, non-profit organizations, and the civil service. They have also established successful careers in journalism, business, academia, public relations, and different levels of government.
They are based across Scotland, the UK, and many other countries. Some of our alumni have gone on to study for a PhD at the University of Glasgow or at other leading universities around the world.
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The University of Glasgow’s School of Social & Political Sciences links core social science disciplines to deliver high-quality teaching and cutting-edge research. We offer a wide variety of programmes for those interested in the development and impact of economies and societies globally.
Founded in 1451, the University of Glasgow is the fourth oldest university in the English-speaking world. The University has a history of changing the world and the School of Social & Political Sciences is committed to nurturing the people who make it happen.
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