Overview

The Political Communication and Media from University of Strathclyde explores how politics and media interact in today’s fast-changing information environment. It looks beyond established democracies to include authoritarian and hybrid regimes, offering a global perspective on how communication shapes power, participation, and public debate across different political systems.

Key facts:

A key strength of the programme is its focus on research and methodological training. You will build strong skills in both qualitative and quantitative approaches while also engaging with emerging tools in big data and artificial intelligence. This combination equips you to analyse political communication at multiple levels, from individual messaging strategies to large-scale patterns in digital media.

By blending theoretical depth with methodological innovation, the programme prepares you for diverse career paths in political consulting, media strategy, journalism, research, and academia. You will leave with the critical insight and technical expertise needed to understand—and influence—the evolving dynamics of political communication worldwide.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Quantitative Methods

Political Communication in the 21st Century

Research Skills for Media & Communication

Advanced Topics in Political Communication & Media

Media Analytics

International Institutions & Regimes

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-31 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

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6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Glasgow, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Communication Studies Media Studies & Mass Media View 204 other Masters in Media Studies & Mass Media in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

125

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80

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5

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

First or second-class Honours degree, or equivalent, in social science.

You'll need to meet the language conditions. If you do not meet the language conditions University of Strathclyde offers English language teaching courses

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

23550 GBP / year

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Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

10100 GBP / year

≈ 10100 GBP / year

Additional Details

England, Wales & Northern Ireland £9,550

Living costs

Glasgow

United Kingdom

620 - 1012 GBP / month

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

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

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General requirements

Tuition Fees

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Additional Details

Living costs

Glasgow

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