MA Senior Journalist Master's Degree Apprenticeship (journalism)

Qualifications and experience

• Individual employers will set the selection criteria for their apprentices, liaising with the Faculty of Creative and Cultural Industries.
• Applicants might be expected to have either: gained a regulated Diploma in Journalism qualification; achieved a degree (any subject); or completed the Junior Journalist Apprenticeship.
• Individual employers will identify any relevant entry requirements in terms of previous qualifications, training, work experience or other criteria. Some employers will seek candidates who have previously worked as a journalist.
• All applicants to the Degree Apprenticeship courses must have an acceptable Level 2 qualification in English and Mathematics. Acceptable qualifications include GCSE with grade C/4 or above and Functional Skills with Pass.

Please note that we are not able to accept all kinds of Level 2 qualifications, so if you are unsure whether you have a suitable qualification, please get in touch.

If you do not have an acceptable qualification, you may be required to take an additional assessment during the application process.

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Because this degree apprenticeship has been developed with the NCTJ and major employers, you’ll gain the skills and knowledge needed for a successful journalism or communications career.

When you complete your apprenticeship, you’ll have the experience and qualifications to go on to more senior positions such as:

• chief reporter
• specialist journalists
• news editor
• press officer
• communications manager

After you leave the University, you can get help, advice and support for up to 5 years from our Careers and Employability service as you advance in your career.

Year 1

Core modules 

• Investigative Journalism – 15 credits
• Media Law and Regulation (L7) – 15 credits
• News Reporting – 15 credits
• Professional Practice – 30 credits
• Writing and Producing News for a Digital Audience – 15 credits

Year 2

Core modules

• Government, Power and the Media – 15 credits
• Major Project – 60 credits
• Portfolio – 15 credits