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University of Stirling MSc Public Relations and Strategic Communication (Online)

University of Stirling

MSc Public Relations and Strategic Communication (Online)

Stirling, United Kingdom

12 up to 32 Months

English

Full time, Part time

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Sep 2025

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Key Summary

    About: The MSc Public Relations and Strategic Communication (Online) is designed to equip you with advanced skills in strategic communication and public relations. You'll explore topics like media relations, crisis communication, and digital communication strategies. The program focuses on real-world applications and strategic thinking, preparing you to excel in a variety of communication environments. The course is delivered online, allowing for flexible study while you advance your career.
    Career Outcomes: Graduates can pursue various roles in communication, including public relations officer, communication strategist, media consultant, and brand manager. This degree opens doors in corporate communication, non-profit sectors, and governmental agencies.

Introduction

This online Masters in Public Relations and Strategic Communication will help you to develop a critical appreciation of the role of public relations in contemporary societies, as well as key analytical, management and communication skills. You’ll gain a solid understanding of the theory behind public relations and communications, and have many opportunities to apply this theory to everyday communications and public relations practice.

The course is delivered online via MS Teams and Canvas, the University of Stirling’s online learning environment. You will also have an opportunity to attend on-campus sessions and field trips, including our Public Relations Residential School and the annual public affairs field trip to Brussels.

By the end of your studies, you’ll have the necessary skills to work at a managerial level in public relations. You’ll be able to analyse environments, issues, organisational cultures and relationships – as well as set objectives, carry out research and evaluation, and design and implement public relations strategies.

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