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PostgraduateMSc

Political Communications and Public Affairs

Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh
Edinburgh, Scotland
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1 yearDuration
£18,455Per Year (Intl)
£7,525Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

Pursue your ambitions in business and management with the MSc Political Communications and Public Affairs at Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh. Based in Edinburgh, Scotland, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time and part-time structure. This course focuses on the intersection of communication, media, and politics as the area of knowledge fundamental for communicators working across public, private and third-sector organizations as well as a range of economic, social or cultural sectors. Students will develop communication expertise that combines strategic communication with an understanding of policy communication in the contemporary media landscape. The course offers relevant theoretical knowledge and strong vocational skills development for students who wish to enter careers in public affairs, policy communication, campa... International tuition fees are £18,455 per year, home/UK fees are £7,525 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 100% student satisfaction rating, and a median graduate salary of £22,000 within three years.

What You'll Learn

Strategic Communication and Public Affairs
Political Communication Theory and Practice
Media
Policy and Democratic Governance
Public Relations and Advocacy Campaigns
Research Methods for Communication Studies
Crisis Communication and Reputation Management
Digital Communications and Social Media Strategy
Dissertation in Political Communications
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate RequirementPolitical Communication and Public Affairs (MSc): Entry requirements and how to apply Entry requirements You should have a honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject area (eg arts, humanities or social sciences). We also welcome applicants with an ordinary degree who can show other relevant qualifications and appropriate work experience. International students: You will be required to provide evidence of English language competence at no less than IELTS 6.5 and no individual component sc

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.56666

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£18,455

per year

Total Course Cost (1 years)£18,455

Home Student Fee

£7,525

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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Graduate Outcomes

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💼 Employment Breakdown

80%Working
10%Work & Study
55%Professional Jobs
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About Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh

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