入学要求 Requirement：
学术要求：
MSc A 2.2 Honours degree or above or equivalent recognised qualification in Business/Management Studies, Agriculture, Food Science or Food Technology, Geography or other approved subject.
英语要求：
•IELTS* score of 6.5, with not less than 5.5 in any component, or
•TOEFL* score of 92 (Internet-based test) with minimum scores of 21 for Listening, 22 for Reading, 23 for Speaking and 21 for Writing
学费 Tuition Fee：2012/2013 £10,730
课程特征 Course Features：
These Communication programmes have been designed to develop a conceptual understanding of the principles and processes of change within an individual, group or organisational context through an active and innovative approach to learning and teaching. There are also options at PG Diploma and MSc levels in Strategic Management or Training and Development.
Full-time postgraduate students complete two short placements. In the first semester, two weeks or 10 days teaching at a College of Further Education and in the second semester, three weeks within a commercial setting developing communication materials and applying their skills in a managerial or supervisory role.
Self-funded study trip to Europe to observe best practices within business and community programmes. Erasmus student exchange with the Agrarapadgogische Akademie in Vienna, Austria.
课程内容 Course Content ：
Strategic Management for Rural Business
Six modules from the PG Diploma programme, plus a research project.
教学与评估 Teaching and Assessment：
Advanced Diploma, PG Diploma and MSc students will be assessed by assignments, projects, work-related competence profiles and written and oral examinations.
MSc students are asked to submit a research dissertation on an approved communication topic. There is an optional study tour.
其他 Other：
Opportunities for Careers
Communication graduates have obtained a wide range of employment positions, including personnel managers, teachers/trainers, consultants, development officers, managers within the food and retail sectors, or developing their own business ideas.