Course Overview
Pursue your ambitions in creative arts and design with the MA Political Communication at Cardiff University. Based in Cardiff, Wales, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 1-year full-time structure. This course explores the rapidly evolving role of communication in political life, both nationally and internationally, and examines how changes, including the increasing importance of ‘spin doctors’, image-based politics, the 24-hour news cycle and the globalisation of media, are shaping politics. MA Political Communication will deepen your understanding of political communication in national and international contexts and, where relevant, your skills in this field. You’ll explore the political content of the mass media and deepen your academic and practical understanding of the actor... A minimum ielts score of 7.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 88% student satisfaction rating, a 95% continuation rate, and 70% of graduates in employment or further study.
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Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| Postgraduate Requirement | In order to be considered for an offer for this programme you will need to meet all of the entry requirements. Your application will not be progressed if the information and evidence listed is not provided. With your online application you will need to provide: A copy your degree certificate and transcripts which show you have achieved a 2:2 honours degree in a relevant subject such as arts, humanities or social sciences, or an equivalent international degree. If your degree certificate or resul |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 7.5 | 6.5 | 6.5 | 6.5 | 6.5 |
| PTE Academic | 80 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£24,950
per year
Home Student Fee
£12,450
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
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