International double degree with Lancaster University

Students complete the first four years at UIC Barcelona (Bachelor’s Degree) and the fifth year at Lancaster University (Master’s Degree).
Upon completion, students receive a double qualification: the official Spanish undergraduate degree and the Master’s Degree in Global Media and Society, an internationally recognised qualification.

The programme is designed to provide advanced specialisation and prepare students to take on leadership roles in global media. This master's degree equips graduates to work in diverse roles, from being journalists for general and international media to policy managers, academic researchers, or educators.

Lancaster University is located in the west of England, near Liverpool and Manchester, within a dynamic and highly international university environment.
Students will enjoy an immersive experience in the British education system, with access to cutting-edge academic resources and personalised academic support.

• International outlook: access to professional opportunities in international media, government institutions, and cultural organisations.
• High-quality master’s degree: the Master’s Degree in Global Media and Society focuses on research, leadership, and innovation in communication.
• Global relevance: training aligned with the challenges of global media and digital transformation.
• Personalised academic support: each international student is assigned a tutor to provide academic and emotional guidance throughout the stay.
• Academic recognition: Lancaster University is ranked in the Top 10 of The Complete University Guide 2025 and is one of the UK’s top universities.

Students can choose to join the programme until their final undergraduate year. UIC Barcelona supports access and coordination with Lancaster University to ensure a smooth transition. The master’s degree thesis is supervised directly by Lancaster University, with options to focus on either applied or academic research.

This initiative reinforces UIC Barcelona’s commitment to training communicators ready to lead in a global, digital, and ever-changing environment.

At UIC Barcelona, we promote internationalisation and offer our students the best academic and professional opportunities. The new agreement with Lancaster University (UK) allows students from the bachelor’s degrees in Journalism, Audiovisual Communication, and Advertising & Public Relations to obtain an international double degree in five years.