Overview

This Language, Globalization and Intercultural Communication MA Programme from the University of Jyväskylä prepares students for careers involving significant intercultural contacts in companies, public organizations, and non-governmental organizations. The students will be also qualified for research-intensive employment.

The Master’s Programme in Language, Globalization and Intercultural Communication is offered at the University of Jyväskylä.

In addition to theoretical depth, there is a strong practical aspect in the programme, providing communication competencies required in the multicultural, networked world.

Career opportunities

The megatrends of globalization and growing importance of communication and collaboration in working life as well as private spheres mean that there will continue to be a demand for experts looking into issues of language, globalization and intercultural communication.Possible career opportunities include, for instance

language and communication teaching and consulting in professional, community, educational institutions and businesses
specialist in international affairs, communication advisor, business manager, content manager, and specialist in global mobility
working with NGO’s, policy and planning for immigrant/refugee governmental institutions.

Programme Structure

Focus areas:

The dynamics of language and social interaction in multicultural and multilingual settings

The impact of globalization, migration and multilingualism on societies and organizations

Communication in online and mediated environments

Language and communication education

Discourse studies

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-22 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

92

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PTE Academic

62

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Jyväskylä, Finland

Disciplines

Area & Cultural Studies Communication Studies Language Studies View 4 other Masters in Language Studies in Finland

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

92

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PTE Academic

62

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

A higher education degree that gives eligibility to Master’s level education in the country in which the degree was issued.
Suitable fields of the degree include:

communication

linguistics/applied linguistics

modern languages

other field within humanities, social sciences or business studies
The higher education institution awarding the degree must be an officially recognised part of the national education system, i.e., listed as a degree-granting higher education institution by the country where it is located or by a relevant international organisation (such as UNESCO).

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

8000 EUR / year

≈ 8000 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

Free

Living costs

Jyväskylä

Finland

700 - 1100 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Overview

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

EU/EEA Applies to you

Living costs

Jyväskylä

Funding

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