This course is designed to provide an advanced understanding of the issues and debates surrounding political communication in the 21st century.

The units are conceptually led, combining discussions of theory with an exploration of current and best practice in society. All units will offer an international perspective and provide insights into the latest developments in political communication research and practice and the impact of recent technological innovations.

Our academic team have wide-ranging expertise, grounded in years of research within fields such as political psychology, voter behaviour, international relations and political campaigning. The team have cultivated links with research institutions and universities across the globe, from Massachusetts and Prague to Bogota and Auckland.

The team also enjoys extensive connections with a range of political organisations, including the UK House of Lords, the European Parliament, the Thai Chamber of Commerce, and local, national and international pressure groups, charities and communication consultancies.

Students who graduate from this course will:

• Be equipped with the critical and analytical skills to pursue research within the field of political communication and related disciplines
• Possess appropriate academic and professional transferable skills
• Be well-versed in a number of pervasive issues that shape and set the parameters for contemporary international political communications scholarship and practice.