Overview

University of Strathclyde's MSc in Political Communication and Media 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 2026-09-21 00:00:00

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More details

There are no formal closing date for postgraduate applications.

Language

English

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IELTS

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 182 other Masters in Communication Studies in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

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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

21550 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

9550 GBP / year

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Additional Details

England, Wales & Northern Ireland £9,550

Living costs

Glasgow

United Kingdom

620 - 1012 GBP / month

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Funding

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Key information

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Additional Details

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