The relationship between politics and communications has never been more dynamic or more important than it is today. Digital media, particularly social media, is fundamentally changing the terrain of politics.

This course allows you to study those interactions within an interdisciplinary environment, drawing on research and expertise from the fields of politics, international relations, information and communications, journalism and linguistics.

You will study media and communications theory, plus the historical development of international relations and key issues in contemporary global politics, becoming an expert in how new communication technologies shape societies, politics and individual lives.

The MA is available to complete in one year full-time or two years part-time. The course is also available to study on campus (full-time or part-time) or online (part-time only).

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).