MA International Communication
Leeds, United Kingdom
MA
DURATION
1 year
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
TUITION FEES
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
Become an effective communications practitioner with the expertise and confidence to work in an international setting. You will learn how to work with clients to produce practical communications solutions in the private, public and voluntary sectors all over the world.
The course is delivered by two universities: Leeds Beckett University and IULM in Italy. Both universities specialise in professional communications and public relations.
You will choose whether to study your first or second semester at Leeds Beckett University, where you will benefit from being taught at one of the most established centres for education and research in the field of public relations in Europe. You will spend your remaining semesters at our partner university, specialising in areas of expertise specific to that university. You could also take an optional industry placement in your final semester.
You will benefit from the collective expertise of the two universities and their international networks both in academia as well as in professional practice. Those of you taking the first semester at our University will benefit from being taught in an English language culture at the biggest and most prestigious centre for public relations education in Europe.
The concept of competency-based learning is at the heart of the curriculum. This means that you are equipped to become a reflective practitioner with the transferable competencies and skills needed for your employability and ongoing personal development. The content and learning experience of the course enable you to apply your knowledge and skills directly in professional practice. To enhance your employability, you can also take an optional industrial placement in semester three.
We have a dedicated employability and placements office to support you and provide you with access to a wide range of vacancies from local, national and international employers. Pre-placement guidance and seminars are available on topics such as CV and letter writing, how to succeed at interviews, assessment centres and psychometric tests.
Why study International Communication at Leeds Beckett University
- Optional industry placement
- Benefit from the collective expertise of the two universities
- More than 25 years of experience delivering PR education
- Access to a wide range of university facilities and resources
- Opportunities to gain insight through Leeds Business School guest lectures
There are ways you may be able to fund your course. Sometimes it is possible to get sponsorship from a government body in your country. There are many different options, so have a look through the links carefully to see if they apply to you.
- International Scholarships
- Chevening Scholarships
- US / Canada Direct Loans
Teaching And Learning
Independent study is a crucial part of learning at university. You will be required to undertake many hours of self-directed research and reading, and preparation and writing of assessments. Your course is delivered through several modules, which will help you to plan your time and establish a study routine. Outside of your lectures, workshops and tutorials, a range of support is available to assist with your independent study. Our subject-specific librarians will be on hand to direct you to specialist learning and study-skill resources. You’ll also be assigned an academic advisor to give you tailored feedback and support.
Core modules
What you'll learn
- Corporate & Social Responsibility Corporate Affairs & Lobbying Research Methodology for Business Public Diplomacy
- International Crisis Management Dissertation (including dissertation Workshop)
- Corporate & Social Responsibility
- Corporate Affairs & Lobbying
- Research Methodology for Business
- Public Diplomacy
- International Crisis Management
- Dissertation (including dissertation Workshop)
Core modules (Leeds Beckett University)
What you'll learn
- Corporate Communication in an Intercultural Context Strategic Communication Planning & Management Specialist
- Communication Management
- Corporate Communication in an Intercultural Context
- Strategic Communication Planning & Management
- Specialist Communication Management
At the end of the course, students will be able to:
- Critically evaluate contemporary strategic management and communication theories and then apply them to the needs of organizations in an international context.
- Develop a high level of intercultural sensitivity by integrating international orientation into professional work in the area of strategic communications management.
- Take initiative and responsibility for the development of knowledge and insights based on systematically detecting, investigating, and analyzing signals relevant to the organization’s objectives and reputation.
- Take a strategic, long-term approach to identifying and solving complex, open-ended communication problems and demonstrate self-direction and originality in a multidisciplinary environment.
- Take responsibility for planning, implementing, and evaluating the effectiveness of communication policies, plans, (research) projects, and tools at strategic and tactical levels.
- Critically reflect on developments within the international communication profession, particularly the social impact of such work.
- Communicate effectively within the range of different professional roles with all stakeholders of the organization.
Upon graduating, you will be a skilled communications professional with the expertise to work in a variety of industries anywhere in the world. Whether you secure a senior manager position or work as a consultant, you will be able to anticipate change and create and manage innovative solutions to a wide range of communication problems.
- International PR Consultant
- International Communications Manager
- International Marketing and Communications Executive
- International Public Affairs Consultant