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Course: MA Public Relations

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School: University of Westminster

Subject area: Public Relations; Communications; Media Relations; Corporate Communications; Crisis Management; Digital PR; Content Creation; Strategic Communications; Brand Management; Media Studies; Advertising

Level: Master of Arts (MA)

Degree duration: 1 year (full-time)

Degree intake date(s): September

Annual tuition fee: £17,500 (Annual tuition fee for international students for 2024-25 and 2025-26 academic year. Note: This is tuition only. Students must also budget for living expenses in London, estimated significantly higher. It is crucial to verify the total cost of at

*Note: The fees quoted above are subject to change by the course provider and are for guidance only. If your application is successful, a detailed breakdown of fees will be provided with your offer.

School: College of Design, Creative and Digital Industries (DCD), Westminster School of Media and Communication. This 1-year (full-time) Master of Arts (MA) in Public Relations is designed to develop creative PR professionals with advanced practical skills and a deep understanding of the evolving role of public relations in contemporary society. The program blends practice with theory, keeping students at the cutting edge of industry demands. Taught by experienced PR practitioners and academics, students learn to develop creative campaigns in response to practice briefs set by well-known brands, and create content for a range of media (from press releases to video). The curriculum covers corporate reputation, crisis communications, media relations in a digital age, content creation, and the role of PR in a global society. Students will engage with the latest media trends, the ethics of PR, and the transformative role of AI in brand-audience engagement. It is one of few courses accredited by both the Chartered Institute of Public Relations (CIPR) and the Public Relations Consultants Association (PRCA). Students also undertake a final professional public relations project or a Public Relations Dissertation.
Graduates are well-prepared for fast-paced, in-house and agency PR and marketing roles across various sectors. Career options include: PR Agency Account Executive/Manager/Director (level depending on prior experience), In-house Communications Specialist, Corporate Communications Manager, Media Relations Manager, Digital PR Strategist, Social Media Manager, Content Creator, Crisis Communication Specialist, Brand Manager, Charity Campaign Executive, Fashion PR, Promoter/Publicist, Public Information Officer, Marketing Communications Specialist. Graduates have found employment at globally recognized organizations such as Christian Louboutin, Edelman PR, Lego, Lotus Group, and Publicis Groupe. The course's strong industry links, London location (regularly voted #1 student city), and professional accreditation provide excellent career development and networking opportunities.
The University of Westminster is one of the most international universities in the UK, offering a diverse and global learning environment. With four campuses in London, a city regularly voted the #1 student city globally, students benefit from being at the heart of the UK's PR industry, providing unparalleled access to agencies, companies, and media organizations. The university boasts strong links to globally recognized companies such as the BBC, Sony, and the Financial Times, facilitating valuable industry insights, guest speakers, and potential professional opportunities. The MA Public Relations is taught by the College of Design, Creative and Digital Industries (DCD), renowned for fostering innovation, creativity, and technical excellence, and the program is professionally accredited by both the CIPR and PRCA, demonstrating its industry relevance and high standards.
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