Program Overview
The Communication Studies at Catholic University of Portugal is a MA programme in Communications & Media over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of communications & media. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Communication Studies programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Portugal and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: EUR 13 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; EUR 13 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Lisbon, Portugal
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Communication Studies programme are prepared for diverse careers in communications & media:
- Journalist
- PR Manager
- Content Strategist
- Media Producer
- Digital Marketing Manager
- Communications Officer
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Media,\xa0Society and Culture
- Media Programming Strategies
- Media Discourse Analysis
- Research Methods
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Application Form
- Application Letter (2 pages max.): the application letter should introduce you to the selection committee, explain why you have chosen this program and why you would be a good fit
- Curriculum Vitae
- Copy of Transcripts of Records (Original document should be presented upon registration)
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 13 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; EUR 13 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: EUR 13 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; EUR 13 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Catholic University of Portugal directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Catholic University of Portugal
Catholic University of Portugal
Lisbon, Portugal
The Catholic University of Portugal, also referred to as Católica or UCP for short, is a concordat university headquartered in Lisbon and with four locations: Lisbon, Braga, Porto and Viseu....
University Profile- Application Deadline 2027-07-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months