Master in Global Communication

For Master in Global Communication, tuition is 26,000 CNY per year, and applications for the Sep 2027 intake are open until Jun 15, 2027.

The Master in Global Communication at Shanghai International Studies University is a 4-year program for students who want to understand how communication works globally. It's taught in English and leads to a Master's degree.

The curriculum covers comparative and systemic approaches to globalization of communication, including legacy and digital media. Students develop skills like cross-cultural communication, critical thinking, research, and writing, as well as public relations and innovation.

Graduates can pursue careers as international journalists, public relations specialists, marketing managers, diplomats, or educators. They can work for multinational corporations, NGOs, governments, or entertainment companies, and can also pursue doctoral programs in media, international relations, or communication.

Shanghai International Studies University (SISU) is a leading institution in China known for its strengths in languages, diplomacy and international studies. Established from early language schools after 1949, SISU has grown into a multidisciplinary university with programs in roughly 27 languages and a distinctive emphasis on cross-cultural competence. It operates two campuses in Shanghai and maintains partnerships with more than 330 institutions worldwide, creating abundant exchange and collaborative research opportunities.

The university excels in translation, interpretation and international relations, highlighted by the Graduate Institute of Interpretation and Translation, which ranks among the world’s top conference interpreting programs. SISU supports research centers addressing language policy, global public opinion and diplomatic studies, and provides modern facilities such as linguistic labs and simultaneous interpretation suites. Academic programs combine rigorous language instruction with practical internships, cultural immersion and interdisciplinary study.

Campus life at SISU is energetic and culturally rich, with festivals, arts, athletics and volunteer activities that connect students to Shanghai’s global environment. Accommodation ranges from university guesthouses to campus dormitories, and international students receive orientation and academic support to adapt quickly. For students focused on language mastery, international affairs, or careers in diplomacy and global business, SISU offers a specialized, internationally-minded education in one of China’s most dynamic cities.