Master’s in Global Communications and Clean Air, Water, and Energy
Analyse disinformation and drive sustainable communication strategies in climate and energy transitions.
Best for:Best for graduates in communication, journalism, or social sciences seeking to specialise in sustainability, climate change, and disinformation analysis with a focus on global and local contexts.
Overview
This two-year Master’s programme at Lappeenranta-Lahti University of Technology (LUT) focuses on equipping students with critical communication skills to address disinformation and promote sustainability. The curriculum blends media analysis, climate communication, and hybrid media landscapes to prepare graduates for roles in global sustainability transitions. Students will engage with real-world challenges, including climate change and green energy transitions, while developing expertise in detecting and countering misinformation. The programme emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration and practical applications to foster social inclusion and effective change facilitation.
What you'll do
- Develop critical analysis skills to evaluate communication strategies in climate and energy transitions.
- Design and implement plans to address disinformation in global and local contexts.
- Engage in interdisciplinary research and collaboration to promote sustainability and social inclusion.
- Analyse hybrid media landscapes to understand their impact on communication effectiveness.
- Apply communication theories and methodologies to real-world sustainability challenges.
- Participate in group projects and case studies focused on climate change and green energy transitions.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor’s degree in Communication Studies, Journalism, Social Sciences, or a related field
Degree offered: Master of Social Sciences
Language: English proficiency (no specific test score mentioned)
Instruction: English
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
- Ability to conduct research on communication and media landscapes
- Proficiency in English for academic and professional communication
- Basic understanding of sustainability and climate change concepts
- Open to international applicants
- No specific residency or nationality restrictions mentioned
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How to apply
Deadline: 2026-09-02
Applicants must submit their application through the official LUT application portal. Required documents include a Bachelor’s degree certificate, transcripts, proof of English proficiency, a personal statement, and a CV. Additional documents may be requested depending on the application status.
- Bachelor’s degree certificate
- Transcripts of academic records
- Proof of English proficiency
- Personal statement
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
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