本课程探讨沟通在政治生活中迅速发展的作用
This course explores the rapidly evolving role of communication in political life, both nationally and internationally, and examines how changes, including the increasing importance of ‘spin doctors’, image-based politics, the 24-hour news cycle and the globalisation of media, are shaping politics. The MA Political Communication will deepen your understanding of political communication in national and international contexts and, where relevant, your skills in this field. You will: Explore the political content of the mass media, Deepen academic and practical understanding of the actors and agencies involved in the production of political news and information, Examine the impact of media coverage of politics on audiences, Explore the interaction between media systems and political systems including government media policy, censorship, regulation and ownership, Be equipped with the research and study skills necessary to carry out project-based professional and academic research, Enhance academic skills and knowledge in preparation for further academic study and Develop basic skills in political communications. practice The course explores the rapidly evolving role of communication in political life, both nationally and internationally, and examines how changes such as the increasing importance of new online and social media platforms, image-based politics, and the globalisation of media are shaping politics. MA Political Communication looks at the influence of actors in the political communications process, including politicians, journalists and citizens by drawing on cutting edge research and case studies. Graduates of this course are employed in a range of occupations, such as campaign and press officers, researchers for political parties and institutions, business management leaders, political consultants, international conference and seminar coordinators and PR officers. Several graduates have also undertaken PhDs in Political Communication.