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The MA International Political Communication at Bournemouth University is a unique and exciting course that combines the study of political communication with an international perspective. Students will gain a deep understanding of the role of communication in shaping international relations, global politics, and cultural exchange. The program covers a wide range of topics, including public opinion, propaganda, media studies, and global governance. With a focus on practical applications, students will learn how to analyze and create effective political communications campaigns that can be applied in a global context. This course is ideal for those interested in pursuing a career in international politics, public relations, or journalism.
The MA International Political Communication at Bournemouth University is designed for students who want to specialize in the study of political communication from an international perspective. The program is tailored to meet the needs of students who want to pursue careers in fields such as government, non-governmental organizations, media, and business. Students will have access to state-of-the-art facilities and expert faculty who are leaders in their field. The course is also flexible, allowing students to tailor their studies to their individual interests and career goals.
Bournemouth University is an excellent choice for students pursuing a degree in International Political Communication due to its strong reputation for academic excellence and practical relevance. The university has a long history of producing well-rounded graduates who are highly sought after by employers. Bournemouth University is also located in a beautiful coastal town, providing students with a unique blend of academic rigor and cultural enrichment. With a strong focus on interdisciplinary study, students will have the opportunity to learn from leading scholars and practitioners in the field, gaining a comprehensive understanding of international political communication.
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.
Analyze current issues and practice to tackle 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 organizations, local, national, and international pressure groups, charities, and communication consultancies
Learn from academics whose links with research institutions and political organizations span across the globe, from Massachusetts and Prague to Bogota and Auckland
We use various teaching and learning methods, including lectures, seminars, tutorials, and workshops.
Engage in research with the Centre for Comparative Politics & Media Research.
The standard requirements for embarking upon a postgraduate taught degree are:
A bachelor's Honours degree with 2:2 or equivalent
20 hours per week
Social Theory & Political Communication: This unit highlights the broader theoretical underpinnings of the analysis of political communication and provides an introduction to the wider contextual and conceptual basis in which political communication is conducted.
The Psychodynamics of Emotion & Political Culture: Applying a psychosocial approach that combines theories and methods from psychoanalysis, cultural and media studies, and political sociology, you will explore the cultural and emotional processes that shape our relationship to politics in the late modern media age.
Methods of Inquiry in the Social Sciences & Humanities: Drawing on your previous research knowledge and experience, the unit offers you a broad grounding in procedures and processes of social science research and prepares you with the understanding and skills needed to design, conduct, report and evaluate research rigorously.
Political Communication & Campaigning: This unit provides an overview and critical appraisal of the academic study of political marketing, campaigning, and reporting in a diversified and international media environment. You will explore the historical development of political communication through political parties, mainstream media, and social media.
Public Diplomacy & International Relations: This unit offers a multi-disciplinary perspective on public diplomacy as an emerging field of study and practice at the intersection of international relations, communications, history, public relations, and media studies. Making sense of contemporary debates and global trends is at the forefront of the unit that also takes a historical approach to support you in developing an in-depth, nuanced understanding of events and crises of the day.
Discourse, Rhetoric & Power: During this unit, you will explore the intimate relationship in politics between discourse, rhetoric, and power. Its core aim is to expose the political character of social relations and practices by discovering the centrality of rhetoric and the construction of meaning in their constitution, institutionalization, and contestation.
Final Project: You will critically apply the principles and techniques of systematic research to produce a piece of scholarly research to facilitate academic and professional thinking in the field of political communication. This unit will be underpinned by previous learning in Methods of Inquiry in the Social Sciences and Humanities; You will have developed advanced knowledge and skills in research design, application, and analysis.
IELTS (Academic) 6.5 with a minimum of 6.5 in writing and 6.0 in speaking, listening, and reading, or equivalent.
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