Public Relations and Strategic Communications MA

City, University of London

United Kingdom, London

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City, University of London

United Kingdom , London

Key Facts

Program Level

Master by Course Work

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

SCPMCC

Campuses

Northampton Square

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesSeptember-2026

Apply to this program

Go to the official application for the university

Duration 1 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 23,360 / year

Next Intake September-2026

Public Relations and Strategic Communications MA

About

Benefits of this course

The MA in Public Relations and Strategic Communications equips you with a range of communication skills to excel in this dynamic and growing field.

You will learn how to use communication tools to influence attitudes and individuals and learn the ethical obligations that come with this knowledge. You will progress to mastering media relations, reputation management, and social media/community management.

Electives like health or political communications allow you to customize your knowledge and you have a chance to test your skills in professional setting with a placement in the industry.

Students on this course will have the opportunity to connect with industry in a structured way, through guest speakers, bespoke placements, field trips and networking events. Our staff have established strategic partnerships with London-based PR and Marketing Communication agencies, such as Fully Vested.

What others are saying about this course:

“Bringing digital content and skills into the core PR MA is greatly needed - so much of our work [in PR and marketing] is either with influencers or digital publications and understanding how they are similar and different to traditional media is essential. The focus on pitching in essential skills is important too - learning how to sell a story is one of the most important skills the next gen can offer.” (Tom Rouse, Creative Director, Pitch Marketing).

We are going through the process of becoming accredited by Chartered Institute of Public Relations (UK).

Accreditation

Award

You can select to apply for one of the available exit points for this course.

Master of Arts (MA)

Who is this course for?

This programme is aimed at students who may not have a background in business, marketing or advertising, but who are keen communicators and savvy users of contemporary media.

Whether you are a recent graduate or looking to change your career pathway, this MA equips you with the expertise and skills required to make a significant impact in the ever-evolving world of public relations and communications.

This programme equips you with the expertise to create PR campaigns, effectively handle crises communications, and build organizational reputations in an ever-evolving media landscape. It is your pathway to success in PR and strategic communications in industry, government, charities, and the cultural sector.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Saudi Arabia

Please refer to the UK entry requirements for the course, check for any prerequisites such as compulsory or preferred subject areas, and use the following as an indication of the Saudi Arabian equivalent required.

The equivalents provided are intended as a guide only and individual applications are assessed on a case-by-case basis.

Saudi Arabian Bachelor degrees are typically accepted with GPA 3.2 out of 4.0 or GPA 4.0 out of 5.0 equivalent to a UK 2:1 (second-class upper) Honours Bachelor degree and GPA 2.4 out of 4.0 or GPA 3.0 out of 5.0 equivalent to a UK 2:2 (second-class lower) Honours Bachelor degree.

Pre-master’s programmes

If you don't meet the entry requirements, please check to see if there is a suitable preparatory programme available for your course at City, University of London. You can explore your options by visiting City's Foundation Programmes page.

Visa requirements

International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

Students on courses of more than six months
Students on courses of less than six months

For more information see our main Visa page.

English Program Requirements

If you are an applicant whose first language is not English, the following qualifications are required:

IELTS: Overall score 6.5 and a minimum of 5.5 in each subset
TOEFL 92 (with a minimum of 24 in Writing)

For information about the various English Language tests City accepts please see the English language requirements.

English language programmes

Don't meet the English language requirements? INTO City, University of London offers English language programmes to help prepare you for study at university. These intensive and flexible courses are designed to improve your English ability for entry to degree courses.