Page for MSc public relations & communications programmes at Stirling: Strategic Communication & Public Relations (Joint Degree with Universitat Pompeu Fabra), Strategic Public Relations & Communication Management, Strategic Public Relations (online). MSc Strategic Communication and Public Relations, delivered jointly by the University of Stirling and Universitat Pompeu Fabra, is an interdisciplin
ary, advanced level course taught by established academics and practitioners. It offers a hands-on approach while at the same time providing you with the theoretical foundations necessary to practise public relations at a managerial level. Semester 1 is delivered in Stirling and Semester 2 is taught in the equally picturesque setting of Barcelona, whereas the dissertation period can be done in either Stirling or Barcelona. As such, students not just learn about international aspects of communication and study different systems – they also benefit from living in two different cultural environments. This dual experience expands cultural horizons and knowledge of public relations and other cultural practices – all essential skills for international public relations practitioners. A recent survey among communication officers in Europe emphasised that one of the key skills they look for in future employees is international experience. This course really gives a competitive edge to future communication professionals. At the University of Stirling, the MSc in Strategic Communication and Public Relations is based in the Division of Communications, Media & Culture within the School of Arts & Humanities which is one of the leading centres of its kind in the world. The Stirling Media Research Institute has an international reputation and is the focus for a wide range of collaborative and externally funded research, consultancy and advisory work. Universitat Pompeu Fabra is a young, public and modern university founded in 1990 and called to become one of the leading European universities. Awarded with a CEI label (International Excellence Campus) by the Spanish Ministry of Education, UPF's indicators have made it a benchmark for the Spanish and European university systems. In recent years, the University has begun to figure prominently in some prestigious international rankings. The Faculty of Communication is located at the new 22@ district, in which the main IT and Communication companies have their headquarters.
