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Political Communication Major

Introduction

The Political Communication major is designed for students who want to be directly involved in the political process and help advance social change.

What Will My Study Involve?

Students in this major will:

• Lead their own industry project or internship within the community
• Choose courses that shape their communications skills and political knowledge
• Gain training in ethical media practice
• Learn from UC's internationally renowned experts in political science

Courses

The Political Communication major includes the following courses:

• 200-level:
  • COMS205 Media and Politics
  • COMS232 Risk and Crisis Communication
• 300-level:
  • COMS306 Media and Conflict
  • COMS320 Strategic Campaign Development

Career Opportunities

Graduates with a major in Political Communication will be prepared for roles in government, non-profit, corporate, and creative communication industries. Career pathways could include:

• Political journalism
• Campaign management
• Data analysis
• Communications

Related Subjects

Related subjects to Political Communication include:

• Digital Humanities
• Journalism

Qualifications

The Bachelor of Communication is a qualification available at the University of Canterbury.

Scholarships

Scholarships are available for students at the University of Canterbury.