Study with us develop expertise in strategic communications to support a career in corporate communications, public relations, or academic research in these areas learn to apply media and communication theories across international contexts and media platforms provides media and communication professionals with an informed and critical perspective on the future of communications; future researchers and academics will gain advanced skills in media and communications opportunity to work with external clients. Why this course Media & Communication draws on the expertise of Strathclyde’s internationally-renowned media and communications academic staff, including experts in strategic communication, media and communication theory, media ethics and mediated populism. What you’ll study You'll take four core classes covering the theory, history and practice in communication and media, a research skills class and two option classes in communications. You'll also write a 15,000-word dissertation. While on the course, there's opportunity to work with external clients. Learning & teaching You'll experience a variety of learning methods, including supervised production exercises. The core classes are based on a blend of lectures, seminar discussion and student-led teaching. Modes of delivery may vary in the option components of the course according to the classes you select. Guest lectures The course will feature a variety of guest lectures, and you'll have the opportunity to attend seminars from prominent scholars and practitioners. Assessment The course will be assessed by a combination of written assignments, group and individual presentations, case studies and media production.