MA International Relations and Global Communications

at Manchester Metropolitan University

Year 1

Core units for this course include:
 

• Current Issues in Digital Media and Politics - explore how digital media and communication affect society and politics.
• Dissertation - undertake an independent research project guided by expert members of staff.
• History of International Relations - interrogate the history of global politics since the 17th century up to the present day.
• Issues in Contemporary Global Politics - understand key debates and problems in today’s global politics.
• Masterclass - engage with case studies of current research in the field of politics and communication.
• Putting Communication into Practice - apply what you have learned to 'real world' briefs.

Core units
 

• Fashion And Business Practices
• Brands And Consumer Culture
• Current Issues In Digital Media And Politics
• Dissertation
• History Of International Relations
• Issues In Contemporary Global Politics
• Masterclass
• Putting Communication Into Practice

You will normally have at least an upper second class undergraduate UK honours degree (or international equivalent) in a relevant subject, or equivalent academic qualification. If you have a different background you may be admitted if you have proven experience in a relevant field.

Overseas applicants will require IELTS with an overall score of 6.5 with no less than 5.5 in any category, or an equivalent accepted English qualification. 

UK AND CHANNEL ISLAND STUDENTS
Full-time fee: £8,500 per year. Tuition fees will remain the same for each year of your course providing you complete it in the normal timeframe (no repeat years or breaks in study).

EU AND NON-EU INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
Full-time fee: £16,500 per year. Tuition fees will remain the same for each year of your course providing you complete it in the normal timeframe (no repeat years or breaks in study).

Graduates may choose to go on to progress to higher research programmes or seek a wide range of careers within areas such as: government, international politics, social and economic organisations, journalism and globally oriented businesses.

Graduates have previously gone into roles including:
 

• TV News Presenter (Bulgaria);
• Communications Officer for HMRC (UK);
• Policy and Guidance Manager for OFSTED (UK);
• War Room Analyst for the Republican National Committee (USA).