Investigative Journalism MA
City, University of London
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City, University of London

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Build the vital skills in research and reporting that are needed to form robust investigations with the power to change lives and society. Our pioneering Investigative Journalism MA is an intensely challenging programme that focuses on the practical investigative abilities youll need to succeed.You will learn how to investigate and communicate across different journalistic platforms. You will develop a range of skills, including how to write clean news copy for print and online platforms, and ...Read more

Build the vital skills in research and reporting that are needed to form robust investigations with the power to change lives and society. Our pioneering Investigative Journalism MA is an intensely challenging programme that focuses on the practical investigative abilities you'll need to succeed.You will learn how to investigate and communicate across different journalistic platforms. You will develop a range of skills, including how to write clean news copy for print and online platforms, and how to self-shoot, record and produce engaging short films and podcasts. We will teach you how to investigate using open and closed sources, open-source intelligence, data journalistic techniques, access to information laws, financial investigative journalistic techniques, and interviewing (including how to deal ethically and legally with vulnerable people). We will also teach you the basics of ethical undercover work. You will become confident in dealing with legal and ethical difficulties, ensuring that your investigations are professional, powerful and safe.

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CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
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11th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
39th

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Entry requirements

You should hold an upper second class honours degree or the equivalent from an international institution. You must be able to demonstrate commitment to journalism through relevant work experience, including regional newspapers, magazines, online, broadcast or student journalism. You don't need a set number of weeks of work experience, but we advise you to get as much as possible, both before and after submitting your application. As well as new graduates, we also welcome mature applicants with substantial work experience in the industry.

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£11,930 per year

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The fee for 2024/25 entry is: £11930. There might be slight increase in fee for 2025/26 entry.

£24,440 per year

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Students from EU

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The fee for 2024/25 entry is: £24440. There might be slight increase in fee for 2025/26 entry.

£24,440 per year

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Students from International

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The fee for 2024/25 entry is: £24440. There might be slight increase in fee for 2025/26 entry.

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City, University of London
City, University of London , London

City, University of London is a leading institution, ranked 38th in the UK (Complete University Guide 2025)....

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City, University of London
Finsbury Islington London EC1V 0HB United Kingdom
Nearest tube station: Angel  0.2 miles away Nearest train station: Barbican  0.3 miles away
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