Master of Science in Communication for Development
University of Reading - Whiteknights campus
UK,England
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12 Months
Duration
CAD 25,850/year
Tuition Fee
CAD 0 FREE
Application Fee
Sep 2025
Apply Date
UK, England
Type: University
Location Type: Urban
Founded: 1926
Total Students: 23,000 +
Int. Students: 5,000 +
Campus Detail
Main Campus Address
Whiteknights House, Reading RG6 6UR, United Kingdom
Master of Science in Communication for Development
Program Overview
Develop the knowledge and skills to support social change through communication with our MSc Communication for Development.
Study at one of the UK’s leading universities for environmental and ethical performance (the University of Reading is ranked 4th in the People and Planet University League, 2024/25).
The changing global communication landscape – information technologies, communication processes and communication opportunities – offer new ways to understand and improve how we can use communication to address livelihoods, reduce poverty, and support community development.
Through this programme, you’ll develop your understanding of how communication can support individual and social change and lead to more effective and dynamic development policy and programmes.
The practical application of communication in development is diverse, including areas such as:
- agricultural extension and advisory services
- communication and climate adaptation and resilience
- communicating about healthand health promotion
- facilitating, driving and enabling change
- communication as a driver of rural development.
Application Fee
Application Fee: CAD 0 FREE Tuition Fee
CAD 25,850 per year
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
Living Cost in University of Reading - Whiteknights campus
CAD 10,224 per year
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Check program website for more information about funding options.
