Introduction
Learn how to communicate effectively in an intercultural workplace. Opt to study abroad for a semester and prepare for a role in today’s globalised world.
From teaching abroad to cultural research
Intercultural Communication student Stephen talks about teaching overseas, furthering his understanding of communication and culture at ARU, and the success he's found as a lecturer, researcher and author since graduating.
Stephen's storyOn our MA Intercultural Communication, you’ll discover the importance of intercultural relationships both to the modern socio-economic climate – and to building a successful career within it.
As part of our postgraduate community in Cambridge, you’ll work alongside students from all over the world, gaining an additional understanding of intercultural environments that will support your studies.
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Join our postgraduate student community and:
- benefit from award-winning learning facilities, including extensive library and IT resources
- learn from expert staff who will guide your research interests and career development
- access support, should you need it, with study skills, health and wellbeing, and more
- make the most of studying in the picturesque city of Cambridge, with its wealth of literary connections and opportunities.
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Lecturers
Bettina Beinhoff
Senior Lecturer
Careers
Our MA Intercultural Communication will prepare you for many different roles with international companies, local government and European institutions.
Past graduates now enjoy careers in intercultural training, such as for Communicaid, or work with non-governmental organisations such as UNESCO and UNICEF. They also work in intercultural mediation in educational or social contexts, language teaching, translation/interpretation services, international property sales and business, education or embassy administration.
After you graduate, you might also decide to continue your academic career with a research programme at ARU, such as our PhD English Language and Intercultural Communication. Take advantage of our Alumni Scholarship and save £400 on your fees.
Annka
“Taking part in the Eurocampus was an unforgettable experience that prepared me very well for my working life. My intercultural knowledge, acquired at the Eurocampus, is critical for my career as a personnel consultant.”
AnnkaMA Intercultural Communication
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