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    Master Intercultural Business Communication

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    Edinburgh, GBMScIn-person1 year
    £21,872.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    180
    Credits

    Master Intercultural Business Communication at Heriot-Watt University is a 180-credit, 1-year, in-person MSc program based in Edinburgh, GB. Tuition is £21,872.

    About the program

    The program covers culture and communication in business contexts, developing practical communication skills, cultural understanding, and insights from communication and cultural studies for global workplaces. It includes mandatory courses on intercultural issues, business communication, global Englishes, research methods, and a dissertation, with optional modules on organisational culture and psychology.

    Focus: both
    32nd Complete University Guide (Communication & Media Studies)
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2026
    Aug 3, 2026
    Spring 2027
    Dec 1, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    optional
    Min 90
    IELTS
    required
    Min IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent) with no score lower than 5.5 except for writing which must be at 6.0 minimum.

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    2 years Graduate Route (UK)

    £14,424.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master Intercultural Business Communication at Heriot-Watt University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master Intercultural Business Communication at Heriot-Watt University is £21,872 across 180 required credits.
    Is Master Intercultural Business Communication at Heriot-Watt University online or in-person?
    Master Intercultural Business Communication at Heriot-Watt University is offered in-person.
    How long does Master Intercultural Business Communication at Heriot-Watt University take to complete?
    Master Intercultural Business Communication at Heriot-Watt University is structured around 1 year and 180 credits.
    What GPA is required for Master Intercultural Business Communication at Heriot-Watt University?
    Per the program's published guidance: 2:2 honours degree
    What work-permit options follow Master Intercultural Business Communication at Heriot-Watt University?
    Post-completion work rights for Master Intercultural Business Communication at Heriot-Watt University: 2 years Graduate Route (UK)