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    12 months full time 24 months part time

Course Description

This course offers a thorough grounding in journalism studies and introduces debates in the field. It covers a range of topics including the impact of digital technologies on journalism practice and the relationship between journalism and politics.

You’ll be introduced to the practice of research, undertaking an independent research project. You’ll also have the opportunity to choose optional modules. The content of the course modules is informed by the research interests and practice of academic staff who teach them.

The course is designed to cater for students who wish to study journalism at Masters level, perhaps for the first time, and graduates who have a background in journalism.

 

Entry Requirements

A bachelor degree with a 2:1 (hons)

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Fees

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Student Destinations

This course will give you a wide range of knowledge, as well as advanced skills in research, critical analysis and communication that will serve you well in a wide range of careers.

Graduates have found success in a range of careers including national and international journalism, public relations roles for government, international and not-for-profit organisations.

You’ll also be well prepared to continue with research in this rapidly evolving field at PhD level and in an academic career.

Module Details

Year 1 compulsory modules

Dissertation and Research Methods 60
Journalism Theory and Research 30
Journalism Practice and Policy 30

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