与不只是谈论和撰写政治问题的顶尖学者询问现状
Interrogate the status quo with leading academics who dont just talk and write about politics, but actively campaign to create change in the world<br><br>All around us governments are in crisis, protests are on the increase, dissent and mobilisation is widespread and relayed across the world instantaneously on a screen. Communication is at the very heart of the structures, institutions and actors that give meaning to politics in governments, in parties and on the street.<br><br>Alongside traditional lectures and seminars, students also have the opportunity to study a number of practical, skills-based option modules including Media and Political Campaigning. As part of this popular option course, students are tasked with working in teams to design and pitch their own political campaigns.<br><br>In 2023-24, for the first time, we ran a pilot initiative called Pol Comms Lab, in which students on MA Political Communications worked together on an optional group project to apply what they learned on the course to a practical project of their choice. Students chose to set up a news website and publish some articles on current affairs and politics. But you may want to create a campaign video, set up a reading group or even organise a conference instead. Youll get guidance and help on this from your lecturers if you wish to take part.<br><br>Length<br>1 year full-time or 2 years part-time