MA Intercultural Communication and Education provides an understanding of education and intercultural communication in the context of global movements of people and the internationalisation of education.
In an increasingly connected world with a myriad of global study opportunities, it is more important than ever that educators develop teaching practices that are effective in intercultural learning environments.
The MA in Intercultural Communication and Education develops your critical understanding of education and communication in the context of global movements of people and the internationalisation of education. It provides students, educators and policymakers with resources for reflecting on and responding to the growing need for effective intercultural communication in relation to education.
Through studying this course, you will develop a greater awareness of cultural differences and be better equipped to make informed decisions in relation to teaching and research in intercultural and international environments.
Dr Cora Lingling Xu is Associate Professor in the School of Education and Programme Director for MA Intercultural Communication and Education.
Read Dr Xu's blog to find out what it's like to study in the School of Education and what to expect from the programme.
I can say I made the most of my MA ICE programme experience. Despite sometimes being challenging, considering this was my first time studying abroad in my second language, my professors and my colleagues were a key element to help me successfully accomplish this dream and finish the MA ICE programme with distinction.
If you've never studied education before, don't worry! The course is suitable for students with or without educational backgrounds, and the staff are also very friendly and supportive. If you are passionate about educational issues and cross-cultural interactions, then this course is for you! You will find it very intellectually stimulating.
I chose this course specifically because it was related to my career plans. During class time, I found many of the subject-related discussions and course plans inspiring in many ways. It helped me become much more certain about choosing education-related positions as the permanent goal of my career. After the course experience, it is not me who chose to become a teacher, it is the teaching position that chose me. I am currently working as a university English and foreign studies lecturer and full-time academic at a Chinese privately funded university.
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