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The MSc in Communications develops advanced capability in organisational, corporate and digital communication. Students examine audiences, narrative, media systems, reputation, crisis, public affairs, data and ethics, then apply the learning through a substantial communications strategy or research project.
Follow the modules that make up this programme, from foundational theory through to independent research.
Communication Theory, Media and Society
Core perspectives, institutions, power and contemporary media systems.
Strategic Corporate and Organisational Communication
Purpose, identity, culture, alignment and stakeholder strategy.
Digital Communication, Platforms and Audiences
Content ecosystems, communities, analytics, AI and platform dynamics.
Public Relations, Reputation and Public Affairs
Trust, legitimacy, influence, issues and stakeholder relationships.
Crisis, Risk and Change Communication
Preparedness, response, recovery, internal communication and uncertainty.
Communication Ethics, Law and Responsibility
Privacy, misinformation, representation, transparency and professional judgement.
Communication Research and Evaluation
Audience research, measurement, qualitative and quantitative approaches.
Strategic Communications Capstone
A substantial research project or evidence-led communications strategy.
Assessment is designed around professional application. It may include reports, case analyses, presentations, strategic plans, reflective work, research tasks and a final consulting project or dissertation. There are no routine closed-book examinations. All assessment is subject to identity verification, academic-integrity checks and the regulations in force for the cohort.
See where this programme can take your career next.
The programme supports development in corporate communications, public relations, public affairs, internal communications, digital content, reputation, crisis and consultancy. It does not confer regulated status or automatic professional-body membership.
Move into strategic roles across corporate and digital communication.
Apply evidence-led narrative and channel strategy to reputation-sensitive contexts.
Lead crisis, risk and change communication with a stronger research base.
To be considered for this programme, applicants should meet the following requirements.
A Bachelor's qualification or comparable professional qualification
Normally at least two years of relevant experience in communications, media, marketing, public affairs, management or a related field
Evidence of writing, analytical and professional communication capability
Non-standard applicants may be considered through a documented RPL route
Applicants whose prior education or professional work has not been conducted substantially in English should normally provide evidence equivalent to IELTS 6.5 overall, with no component below 6.0, or another form of evidence accepted by Stedvarn. The Institute may require an interview, writing sample or additional language support. Acceptance of alternative evidence is an admissions decision and is not an external language-test equivalence.
Applicants with substantial relevant learning may request an individual Recognition of Prior Learning assessment. Stedvarn evaluates verified academic, professional and portfolio evidence against the applicable course outcomes and confirms the resulting route and any further assessment requirements in writing. Decisions are made case by case and a separate assessment fee may apply if approved in the fee schedule.
What this programme costs, what is included, and how payment works.
Fees are charged according to the programme and period of study. Where a programme is completed within the initial study period, no further tuition fee is payable beyond the applicable programme fee.
Annual Tuition Fee
Any additional fees applicable to a student will be communicated in advance.
Stedvarn Institute may offer approved students the opportunity to pay their tuition fees in agreed instalments. Payment arrangements are confirmed before enrolment and may vary according to the programme, study route and individual circumstances.
Important Information
What happens between submitting your application and receiving a formal offer.
Complete the online application form and select the exact programme title.
Upload the required academic, identity and professional documents.
Submit a personal statement describing your communications experience, professional objectives and a communications challenge or topic of interest.
Attend an online admissions interview if invited.
Respond to any verification, RPL or proposal-development request.
If successful, review the written offer, individual study conditions, fee schedule and private-award disclosure before accepting.
Fees & Payment
CHF 14,000 / £12,000 annually — MA / MSc
See the full fee breakdown, inclusions and payment options above under Tuition Fees & Payment.
Answers to some of the most common questions about this programme.
Private award — read before applying: This programme leads to a private institutional award issued by Stedvarn Institute, an independent Swiss-based private institute. Stedvarn is not institutionally accredited under the Swiss Higher Education Act (HEdA), and the award is not a Swiss federally recognised higher education qualification. Recognition and title use vary by employer, institution and jurisdiction. Applicants must check suitability for their intended purpose before enrolling.
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