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1 Year On Campus Masters Program
Manchester Metropolitan UniversityManchester Metropolitan University’s MA International Relations and Global Communications blends sharp political analysis with modern media savvy, showing how digital tools and global news shape power dynamics—ideal for grads eyeing roles in diplomacy, PR, or international NGOs. You’ll explore everything from social media activism to foreign policy crises, gaining skills to communicate complex ideas in a hyper-connected world .
Curriculum Structure
Year one (full-time) starts strong with core modules like The Making of International Relations, tracing diplomacy’s evolution through wars, treaties, and ideologies via engaging seminars and debates on power shifts. You’ll pair it with Issues and Practices in Digital Political Communication, dissecting fake news, viral campaigns, and online activism through practical breakdowns of real events like elections or protests .
Research Design sharpens your toolkit for analysing data and ethics, while optionals such as Digital Living or EU in Turmoil let you dive into tech’s societal impact or Brexit-style crises with group critiques and case studies .
Year two (part-time) or summer wraps with Masterclass featuring expert case studies and your Dissertation, a deep dive into topics like climate diplomacy or digital governance, complete with portfolio-building presentations .
Focus areas: Digital politics, IR history, global governance, media strategies .
Learning outcomes: Policy critique, communication expertise, research mastery, public engagement .
At Manchester Metropolitan University’s MA International Relations and Global Communications, you’ll master practical skills through guest speakers from NGOs and activists, building a personal portfolio of political communication tools like blog posts and presentations that showcase your expertise to employers. Diverse assessments—from debates and reports to real-world public engagement projects—let you apply theory to live scenarios, supported by interactive digital materials, videocasts, and the university’s well-stocked library with professional journals and online forums: these hands-on elements make learning dynamic and job-ready.
• Guest speaker sessions: Insights from NGO, political, and activist professionals for real-world political communication strategies .
• Portfolio development: Create blog posts, presentations, and reports across modules like Issues and Practices in Digital Political Communication .
• Public engagement projects: Apply knowledge in community scenarios, working with the public or young people for employability experience .
• Digital Politics blog internship: Optional writing opportunity on topics of interest to hone publishing and communication skills .
Graduates from Manchester Metropolitan University’s MA International Relations and Global Communications land dynamic roles blending global politics with media influence, from policy advising and public relations to international NGOs and journalism. You’ll excel as a communications officer, policy manager, political analyst, or media strategist: this unique mix prepares you to shape narratives on the world stage .
• MMU Careers and Employability Service offers CV workshops, mock interviews, networking events, and lifelong support tailored for media/politics grads .
• 93% of postgrads employed or in study within 15 months; starting salaries average £32k, rising to £29.5k at 5 years with strong progression .
• Guest speakers from NGOs and activists provide direct industry links for projects and insights—no formal partnerships specified .
• No accreditation required; MMU’s high satisfaction ranking boosts long-term credibility in comms and diplomacy .
• Alumni secure roles like TV News Presenter (Bulgaria), HMRC Communications Officer, OFSTED Policy Manager, and US Republican War Room Analyst .
UK Req: You will normally have at least an upper second class undergraduate UK honours degree (or international equivalent) in a relevant subject, or equivalent academic qualification. IELTS with an overall score of 6.5 with no less than 5.5 in any category, or an equivalent accepted English qualification. & TOEFL Overall score: 89 With no individual test score below: Listening: 17 Reading: 18 Speaking: 20 Writing : 17USA: We typically require a GPA between 2.8 – 3.5.China: You must have a bachelor’s degree awarded by a university that is officially recognised in your country.India: For general admission, students are considered when achieving a minimum of either 55%, or a GPA of 6.0/10, or a GPA of 3.0/4.0.Careers in GovernmentInternational politicalsocial and economic organisationsNon-Governmental Organisations (NGOs)Journalism and Globally oriented businesses
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