Global Communication Management and AI MSc - 2028/9
Awarding body
University of Surrey
Teaching institute
University of Surrey
Framework
FHEQ Level 7
Final award and programme/pathway title
MSc Global Communication Management and AI
Subsidiary award(s)
| Award | Title |
|---|---|
| PGDip | Global Communication Management and AI |
| PGCert | Global Communication Management and AI |
Modes of study
| Mode | Route code | Credits and ECTS Credits |
| Full-time | PPB61001 | 180 credits and 90 ECTS credits |
| Part-time | PPB61002 | 180 credits and 90 ECTS credits |
QAA Subject benchmark statement (if applicable)
Other internal and / or external reference points
N/A
Faculty and Department / School
Faculty of Arts, Business and Social Sciences - Literature & Languages
Programme Leader
WANG Fang (Lit & Langs)
Date of production/revision of spec
04/11/2026
Educational aims of the programme
- To equip students with a global understanding of the forces reshaping communication, including the internationalisation of business and public services, patterns of global migration, and the structural transformation of the language industry driven by AI and digital platforms
- To develop students¿ capacity to design, manage and govern complex multilingual communication workflows, preparing them to take strategic responsibility for communication systems that operate across languages, cultures and institutional contexts
- To enable students to work with language technologies (including artificial intelligence), developing the judgement to integrate them strategically and in a sustainable manner into communication processes, critically addressing issues of quality, risk, ethics, accountability and societal impact
- To enable students to draw on theoretical knowledge, develop self-efficacy and confidently frame their practice using scholarly and professional writing
- To instil in students the capacity for carrying out independent research in the area of translation studies, communication and neighbouring disciplines
- To provide a solid, all-round education that combines multilingual expertise with leadership, workflow governance, and AI integration skills, thus preparing students for high-impact roles in global organisations, public-sector institutions, and technology-driven language service providers
Programme learning outcomes
| Outcome | Attributes Developed | Awards | Ref |
| On completion of the programme students will be able to: demonstrate a thorough understanding of theoretical, professional and technological issues relevant to global communication affected by inter- and intra-social change, the international reach of businesses or governments and the increasingly complex role of AI technology | K | PGCert, MSc | |
| apply knowledge of communication management in order to evaluate socio-technical systems, assess risk in AI-mediated communication environments, and produce evidence-based recommendations for organisational decision-making | KP | PGCert, MSc | |
| generate research questions relating to the field of study by using digital methods, carrying out projects of significant complexity and originality, and knowing how to plan and manage one's time and stress in order to achieve sustainable solutions and outcomes | C | MSc | |
| demonstrate enhanced employability through knowledge of relevant skills in advanced analysis, presentation, conducting independent research on extended projects in a sustained way, and the speedy and efficient processing of complex information | T | MSc | |
| demonstrate the ability to work both independently and with others, by thinking/acting relationally (question one¿s habits, engage with multiple viewpoints, form learner networks) and by applying tried and tested knowledge and resilience strategies to new contexts and situations | PT | PGCert, MSc |
Attributes Developed
C - Cognitive/analytical
K - Subject knowledge
T - Transferable skills
P - Professional/Practical skills
Programme structure
Full-time
This Master's Degree programme is studied full-time over one academic year, consisting of 180 credits at FHEQ level 7*.
Possible exit awards include:
- Postgraduate Diploma (120 credits)
- Postgraduate Certificate (60 credits)
*some programmes may contain up to 30 credits at FHEQ level 6.
Part-time
This Master's Degree programme is studied part-time over two academic years, consisting of 180 credits at FHEQ level 7*.
Possible exit awards include:
- Postgraduate Diploma (120 credits)
- Postgraduate Certificate (60 credits)
*some programmes may contain up to 30 credits at FHEQ level 6.
Programme Adjustments (if applicable)
N/A
Modules
Year 1 (full-time) - FHEQ Level 7
| Module code | Module title | Status | Credits | Semester |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TRAM511 | INTRODUCTION TO ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE FOR TRANSLATORS AND INTERPRETERS | Compulsory | 15 | 1 |
| TRAM514 | AI + TRANSLATION | Compulsory | 15 | 2 |
Module Selection for Year 1 (full-time) - FHEQ Level 7
Please choose three optional module in Semester 2
As part of the approval process the following new modules have been developed:
- Global and Multilingual Communication Strategy - Semester 1 - Optional
- Translation and Localisation Management - Semester 1 - Optional
- Professional Communication in Intercultural Contexts - Semester 2 - Optional
- Transcreation and Translation for the Creative Industries - Semester 2 - Optional
- Public Service Interpreting and Translation Management - Semester 2 - Optional
- Dissertation (MSc Global Communication Management and AI) Year Long - Compulsory
The detailed module descriptions will be available soon.
Year 1 (part-time) - FHEQ Level 7
| Module code | Module title | Status | Credits | Semester |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TRAM511 | INTRODUCTION TO ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE FOR TRANSLATORS AND INTERPRETERS | Compulsory | 15 | 1 |
| TRAM514 | AI + TRANSLATION | Compulsory | 15 | 2 |
Module Selection for Year 1 (part-time) - FHEQ Level 7
Please choose three optional module in Semester 2
As part of the approval process the following new modules have been developed:
- Global and Multilingual Communication Strategy - Semester 1 - Optional
- Translation and Localisation Management - Semester 1 - Optional
- Professional Communication in Intercultural Contexts - Semester 2 - Optional
- Transcreation and Translation for the Creative Industries - Semester 2 - Optional
- Public Service Interpreting and Translation Management - Semester 2 - Optional
- Dissertation (MSc Global Communication Management and AI) Year Long - Compulsory
The detailed module descriptions will be available soon.
Year 2 (part-time) - FHEQ Level 7
Module Selection for Year 2 (part-time) - FHEQ Level 7
Please choose three optional module in Semester 2
As part of the approval process the following new modules have been developed:
- Global and Multilingual Communication Strategy - Semester 1 - Optional
- Translation and Localisation Management - Semester 1 - Optional
- Professional Communication in Intercultural Contexts - Semester 2 - Optional
- Transcreation and Translation for the Creative Industries - Semester 2 - Optional
- Public Service Interpreting and Translation Management - Semester 2 - Optional
- Dissertation (MSc Global Communication Management and AI) Year Long - Compulsory
The detailed module descriptions will be available soon.
Opportunities for placements / work related learning / collaborative activity
| Associate Tutor(s) / Guest Speakers / Visiting Academics | N | |
| Professional Training Year (PTY) | N | |
| Placement(s) (study or work that are not part of PTY) | N | |
| Clinical Placement(s) (that are not part of the PTY scheme) | N | |
| Study exchange (Level 5) | N | |
| Dual degree | N |
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Please note that the information detailed within this record is accurate at the time of publishing and may be subject to change. This record contains information for the most up to date version of the programme / module for the 2028/9 academic year.