MSc Strategic Communication

at University of Liverpool

Compulsory modules

• Fundamentals of Strategic Communication 
• Research Methods for Strategic Communication 
• Argumentation and Influencing Strategies 
• Dissertation 
   

Optional modules

• Big Data and Society: Foundations, Politics, and Policy B 
• Digital Marketing 
• Introduction to Data Science B 
• Media and Politics: Theories and Cases B 
• Screen Cultures B 
• Understanding Media Change B 
• Artificial Intelligence and Communication B 
• Big Data and Society: Algorithms and Platforms B 
• Branding Strategy and Communication 
• Business Ethics 
• Data VIsualisation 
• Digital Media Audiences 
• Global Journalism and Politics 
• Marketing Communications 
• Media and Politics: Economy and Society B 
• Media Practices and Everyday Life B 
• Redefining Television 
• Screen Industries B 
• Strategic Organisation 
• Visual Cultures: Institutions, Exhibitions, Interventions 

You will normally need to have the equivalent of a UK honours degree, at 2:1 level or better in a communication-related discipline such as media, communication, linguistics or management, with aspirations of a communications related career path.

We also welcome applications from graduates who hold a role or have work experience that is relevant to the programme content.

Applicants are expected to provide a personal statement with their application, which demonstrates an interest in the programme at the University of Liverpool, a good understanding of the programme content, and preferred career path in the field of communications.
 

International qualifications

Applications from international students are welcome. International qualifications will be evaluated in line with the National Recognition Information Centre (NARIC) guidelines.
 

English language qualifications

All applicants must have reached a minimum required standard of English language, and are required to provide evidence of this. Qualifications accepted by the University include: GCSE English; GCE O level English; AS Level English; A Level English Language; IELTS; TOEFL; Cambridge Proficiency etc. 
 

If you meet the academic requirements of the course but do not have the required level of English Language, it is possible for you to come and study at the University on one of our Pre-sessional EAP programmes.  Please see the English Language Centre website for further information about these programmes;
 

• IELTS    6.5 (with a minimum of 5.5 in each component)
• TOEFL iBT    88 or above with minimum scores in components as follows: Listening and Writing 17, Reading 17, Speaking 19.
• International Baccalaureate    Standard Level 5
• Hong Kong use of English AS level    C
• INDIA Standard XII    70% or above from Central and Metro State Boards
• WAEC    C4-6
   

Please be advised that TOEFL is no longer classified by UK Visas and Immigration as a Secure English Language Test (SELT). However, at the current time the university is continuing to accept TOEFL, at the required level, for entry on to Undergraduate and Postgraduate academic programmes. 

Tuition fees (Home)
 

• The University's tuition fees are normally fixed at yearly intervals and follow Government guidelines on minimum levels. The normal tuition fee for Home (UK) postgraduate taught students per year (for the academic year 2022/23, unless otherwise specified) are stated below.  Please note that part-time fees are charged at 50% of the full-time fee shown below per year (unless otherwise specified). 
• In addition to your tuition fees, you may incur other costs in relation to your studies such as photocopying in the library, buying textbooks and specialist equipment or going on field classes. See our study costs page for full details.
   

Fee for this course    Year 1: £11,960

International students
 

• International students are required to pay the full costs of their tuition in the UK with each university setting its own international fees. 
• The University of Liverpool's fees represent excellent value for money for a Russell Group University. The normal tuition fee for full-time international postgraduate taught students per year (for the academic year 2022/23, unless otherwise specified) will be as follows:
   

International fee for this course    Year 1: £22,500

The programme prepares students for a career in business firms, public institutions and NGOs institutions, all sectors where there is growing market demand for communication experts or consultants.
 

Upon completion of the MSc Strategic Communication programme, you will be in an extremely competitive position to seek employment in all these sectors, both in the UK and abroad.
 

Professional areas include but are not limited to public relations, investor relations, public affairs, media relations, social media, internal communication, communication consultancy and financial PR, events management and promotions.