Master of Arts in Cross-Cultural Communication and International Management

at Newcastle University United Kingdom

This International Relations master's gives you a grounding in the approaches to understanding contemporary international society. It provides the expertise for a range of careers where you need an advanced understanding of contemporary international society. It covers international dynamics through a range of theoretical, empirical and area-based approaches relevant in the workplace.

As a student on this course you develop:

• advanced knowledge and understanding of areas such as international relations theory and international studies topics
• knowledge of the more important approaches and methods in social science research and the techniques required to carry out advanced research
• theoretical and practical research skills, including the synthesis of materials from a variety of primary and secondary sources

You develop specialist knowledge and research skills through rigorous training in international relations theory and in theories and approaches to the study of politics. This enables you to embark on a career with significant international dimensions or pursue a postgraduate research degree in international studies.

This accredited four-year degree provides training in key and emerging topics such as cyber security, data science and bioinformatics. This ensures you graduate prepared to meet the evolving needs of the industry.

You'll be based in the truly inspiring Urban Sciences Building, and study at a world-leading centre in computing innovation and industry collaboration.

By studying a broad curriculum in your first two years, you'll develop knowledge in different aspects of computing science, and gain highly desirable skills in problem solving, program design and implementation.

From your third year you can specialise in a particular area of computer science or build your own broad based degree.

In Stage 4 you can choose master's-level modules from the MSc in Advanced Computer Science. You'll receive comprehensive research training to help develop your skills in computer and information systems.

Employers will value the combination of skills you develop on this joint honours degree.

You explore modern accounting theory and practice, such as:

• Financial accounting
• Company accounts
• Corporate finance

You also develop a thorough grounding in mathematics and statistics, including:

• Differential equations
• Probability

Many of our accountancy modules carry exemptions from accrediting bodies and/or are based on real case studies, helping you prepare for a professional career.

This three-year joint honours English Language and Literature BA Honours degree develops your knowledge of the history of English and how it's used. You'll gain an insight into literature from medieval England to the present day, while also investigating the structure and development of the English language and its many uses today.

You'll learn from subject experts, world-leading researchers in literature and linguistics throughout your degree programme.

You'll be able to immerse yourself in local culture at venues such as Seven Stories, The Wordsworth Trust and the Literary and Philosophical Society.

Developing your knowledge of the scientific methodologies used to study the English language, you'll become a confident professional with a range of valuable skills applicable to fields across language and literature.

Our MEnvSci degree is similar to our Environmental Science BSc Honours, but includes a year of advanced study at Master's level.

You'll also study chemistry, physics and geology as applied to the study of the environment. Topics cover a wide range of subjects, including:

• Plant biology
• Ecology
• Sustainability
• Environmental law

You'll learn about the role of social and economic factors, ethics and public perception in environmental management.

In Stage Four, you can choose to specialise in the following areas:

• Agriculture and environmental science
• Clean technology
• Ecosystem management
• Environmental geochemistry

This degree prepares you for a wide range of possible careers, including:

• Geology
• Geomatics
• Geochemistry
• Environmental consultant

Whatever you choose, you'll be equipped with relevant skills in:

• Experimental science
• Fieldwork
• Scientific investigation
• Project management

This master's in Data Science with specialisation in Statistics blends modern statistical methods together with the associated computational skills that are essential for handling large quantities of unstructured data.

Data Science is revolutionising every area of science, engineering and commerce. It offers the potential for huge societal and economic benefits. We created this MSc Data Science with Specialisation in Statistics to address an industry need for statistical analysis alongside data analytics. Industry needs this mix of analysis skills to interpret and extract information and value from complex data.

Through this course you'll receive a comprehensive grounding in theory and application of data science. You'll also develop the multi-disciplinary combination of skills in statistics and computer science. You'll also gain the ability to apply these skills to real problems in a given application area.

Topics covered in the course include:

• Data visualization
• Cloud computing
• Bayesian statistics
• Machine learning

You'll benefit from our substantial expertise in data science. We focus on a wide range of application areas, including:

• Healthcare
• Transport
• Cybersecurity
• Smart cities
• Manufacturing

This master's in international law is one of four taught Master of Laws (LLM) we offer. It's suitable for graduates of any background. It's ideal if you’re interested in gaining a better understanding of how the law shapes and influences international affairs.

Our LLM International Law and Global Challenges gives you the knowledge, insights and practical skills to enhance your career in practice, the public, private or diplomatic sectors or academia. If you're pursuing another career path, it will enhance your understanding of how the law shapes and influences international affairs.

You can create your own specialised programme of study that matches your legal interests and career aspirations with this flexible master's in international law. You can choose from a wide range of optional modules to complement your core studies, including:

• The role of law in international affairs
• diplomacy and dispute settlement
• human rights law
• international crime
• the protection of foreign investment

Dedicated one-to-one support is also given to help you research and write a dissertation on an area of law you feel passionate about.

Our Marine Engineering MSc covers all aspects of ship and offshore platform machinery and power systems in terms of design, operation and functionality.

You'll deepen your knowledge of marine engineering and understand how it can be applied. Our master's in Marine Engineering covers topics associated with:

• Ship propulsion machinery and transmission
• Ship performance
• System reliability,
• Condition monitoring
• Electrical systems

Our MSc is designed for both practising professionals and new graduates in subjects such as:

• Civil engineering
• Mechanical engineering
• Naval architecture
• Offshore engineering
• Ocean engineering
• Marine engineering

This course meets the growing needs for engineers skilled in marine engineering. It highlights the cutting-edge technologies and provides an understanding of:

• Design and operation
• Management and control
• Environmental impact

Gain high-quality translation and interpreting skills through this Translating and Interpreting MA. You'll work with Chinese and English languages and receive professional and academic training.

This master's in translation and interpreting uses English and Chinese as working languages.

This course has two stages. Each stage lasts one year. You can either:

• Join the course at Stage 1 and follow the two-year course
• Or join at Stage 2 and follow the one-year course (this depends on your previous qualifications and experience)

Stage 1 is made up of compulsory modules. You'll gain a thorough grounding in translation and interpreting skills and techniques.

By the end of Stage 2 you'll have acquired high-quality translation and interpreting skills. This master's prepares you for translation or interpreting careers in fields such as:

• Technology
• Commerce
• International relations
• Journalism

In Stage 2 you could also choose to follow another of our pathways if your interests or aspirations change:

• Interpreting
• Translating
• Translation Studies

The International Marketing pathway is a specialism on the Cross-Cultural Communication MA. It allows you to study international marketing and intercultural communication.

Academic staff in Newcastle University Business School (NUBS) deliver this specialist pathway. You'll gain a thorough understanding of marketing theories. You'll learn how to apply them to real-world business challenges.

The pathway equips you with relevant research techniques. You'll need these to investigate and critically analyse international marketing issues.

This master's also focuses on rapidly developing issues surrounding global communications and brand management. You'll develop knowledge and key skills valued by employers in international marketing and international brand management.