Award in Communication for Migration Policy Essentials

The course aims to develop learner skills in communicating effectively with diverse audiences, gain a deeper understanding of the complex issues surrounding migration policy, and enhance their career prospects in fields related to migration policy. The course is of a highly-interactive and learner-centred nature and will be articulated around the following lines:

1. Introduction to migration policy communication
   This session will provide an overview of the role of communication in migration policy. It will explore how communication strategies can shape public perceptions, influence policy decisions, and inform stakeholders. The session will also introduce key concepts and theories related to communication and migration, including the interplay between media, narratives, and public opinion.
2. Communicating migration statistics and data visualisation
   In this session, participants will learn about the importance of effectively communicating complex migration data and statistics to various stakeholders, including policy-makers, media, and the public. They will also learn about best practices for data visualisation and how to effectively use charts, graphs, and infographics to communicate migration data in a clear and accessible manner.
3. Effective storytelling in migration policy communication
   This session will tackle the importance of incorporating stories and narratives into migration policy communication and how to craft effective and impactful stories.
4. Drafting a communication and dissemination strategy
   This session will focus on developing a communication and dissemination strategy for migration policy. It will delve into the key components of a successful strategy, including target audiences, messaging, channels, and evaluation methods.
5. Communication monitoring, evaluation and impact assessment
   This session will cover terminology, findings and recommendations from the private and public sectors and academia to synthesise a set of five general steps for practitioners when performing impact assessments.
6. Wrap-up and presentation skills
   This session will conclude the course by summarizing the key concepts and learning outcomes. The focus will be on developing effective presentation skills to communicate the acquired knowledge to different audiences.

The course will entail 4 hours of self-study (to take place prior to the start of the course/during the course):

• Reading of the core reading list to be shared with learners prior to the start of the course.
  Estimated time needed: 2 hours

Accredited by the MFHEA             Qualification Type: Award

Accreditation Category: Further Education Course / Programme

Licensed by MFHEA | Licence No.: 2021-016

ECTS: 1                                               Duration: 4 days

MQF/EQF level: 4

Mode of delivery/attendance: Face-to-face

Hours of total learning: 25 hours (Contact: 19 hours/Self-study: 4 hours/Assessment: 2 hours)

Language of instruction: English, French or Arabic

Address: MCP Med TI Licensed Premises.

Modes of teaching

• Interactive Lecture
• Practical exercises
• Plenary discussions and Q/A

Assessment

Attendance:
A full mark implies uninterrupted attendance through the full course of studies.

Weight: 10 points

Participation and interaction:
Learners will be expected to participate throughout the duration of the course in interactive activities and discussions and partake in Q&A sessions.

Weight: 30 points

Final examination:

The exam is designed to test the students’ understanding of the concepts covered during the course and their ability to apply them in practical scenarios. The questions will be presented in a multiple-choice format, with four options for each question.

Students will be expected to select the most appropriate answer from the options provided. The exam will be timed, and students will have 90 minutes to complete it. 30 minutes will be allocated for the exam intro, room setup, and explanation of rules.

The questions will be of varying difficulty, with some requiring simple recall of concepts while others will require more critical thinking and analysis. To prepare for the exam, students should review the course materials and engage throughout the duration of the course (this is factored in self-study hours).

Weight: 60 points

The passing grade for successful completion of programme: 60/100

Additional Information:

• Intake Dates: No fixed intake dates. This programme is delivered on request and scheduled in cooperation with partner institutions and national authorities. Please contact mcpmedti@icmpd.org for information on upcoming deliveries.
• Programme Fees: There are no standard tuition fees. Participation is free of charge for nominated participants from eligible public institutions, in accordance with the applicable agreements and communications with MCP Med TI. For further information, please contact mcpmedti@icmpd.org.
• Registration Method: Registration is not open to the general public. Participants are nominated by partner institutions or competent national authorities. Organisations interested in delivering this programme may contact mcpmedti@icmpd.org.

Visa Requirements:

Third-country nationals attending this programme in Malta should consult Identity Malta for visa requirements: https://www.identitymalta.com/unit/central-visa-unit/