MA Public Relations and Strategic Communication at Leeds Beckett University

Programme overview

Gain the expertise to operate within a global economy and develop your writing and presentation skills to engage with audiences across the world on this accredited course. The use of the internet, mobile technology and social media has had a huge impact on our lives and the way we communicate - information is quite literally available at our fingertips and word of mouth is spreading faster than ever before. This trend is leading to a greater demand for communications professionals who can plan strategic PR campaigns and implement social media and viral campaigns in order to drive businesses forward in the digital age.

Faculty: Leeds Business School | Duration: 12 months full-time | Study mode: full-time, part-time | Intake: 20 Sep 2027; 24 Jan 2028 | Location: Leeds, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules include Corporate Communication in an Intercultural Context, Strategic Communication Planning & Management, Strategic Digital Communication, Communication Skills - Content & Media Strategy, Contemporary PR - Theory & Practice, Dissertation, Editing & Production, PR & Communication for Arts, Culture & Entertainment, Work Placement, Feature Writing.

Career pathways

With guidance from your mentor and backed by the experiences gleaned from your work placement and consultancy project, your career prospects will be significantly strengthened. A study abroad option will enable you to undertake part of your studies at a partner university in Europe.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants should either have at least a second class honours degree or have equivalent experience or training, normally from within the work environment. All applications should be supported by a reference, either academic or professional; Please note the IELTS requirement for this course are IELTS 6.5 with no skill below 5.5. 5 with no skill below 5.5.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,710 a year (2027/28). The tuition fee for the year for students entering in 2027/28 is £10710. Source

International applicants: GBP 18,995 a year (2027/28). The tuition fee for the year for students entering in 2027/28 is £18995. Source

Intake: 20 Sep 2027; 24 Jan 2028

Duration: 12 months full-time

Apply through the official page: https://myapplication.leedsbeckett.ac.uk

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