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This unique MSc in Political Communication and Public Affairs is for those already working in communication or PR or those who wish to move into the area and will enable you to enter careers in public affairs, policy communication, campaigning, or advocacy.

The course offers highly relevant theoretical knowledge and strong vocational skills development. It focuses on the intersection of communication, media, and politics as the area of knowledge fundamental for communicators working across public, private and third-sector organisations as well as across a range of economic, social or cultural sectors.

The course is delivered full or part-time and offers a placement opportunity.

Why QMU?

Unique focus: This course is unique in its focus on policy from a communication professionals’ point of view. Our location in Edinburgh, the capital city of Scotland with the Scottish Parliament and Scottish Government, enhances students’ learning experience.
Tailor your learning to your future career: You will develop knowledge, skills and learning in a rich and diverse environment.
Placement opportunity: Many of our students find that this is a very valuable option that helps expand their learning and build personal connections.
Staff expertise and access to practitioners: Our academic team includes internationally published researchers and practitioners with years of professional experience, and in several modules students learn alongside and network with practitioners working in communication and public relations roles.
Our reputation: QMU has a track record in delivering specialist communication courses recognised by professional bodies (Chartered Institute of Public Relations and Public Relations and Communications Association).
Convenient delivery: This course is delivered in a manner that is ideal for people in full-time work or with caring responsibilities.

Career opportunities

This course aims to educate public affairs specialists, a strategic communication function used by organisations to manage their relationship with the world of politics and policy making. This course is built on our previous experience of educating professional for public relations and communications roles in a range of organisations, both in the UK and internationally. Our graduates have an impressive track record in achieving their career aspirations.