Journalism MA (PGCert PGDip)
University of Brighton
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IntroOur accredited Journalism MA is a new and exciting degree that will prepare you for a media career by developing both the practical skills to work in the industry and the critical abilities to challenge and improve journalistic practice.Our course will suit you if you have studied an undergraduate degree in a non-journalism subject area or are looking to gain a professional qualification to pursue a career in the industry.National Council for the Training of Journalists (NCTJ) ...Read more

Intro

Our accredited Journalism MA is a new and exciting degree that will prepare you for a media career by developing both the practical skills to work in the industry and the critical abilities to challenge and improve journalistic practice.

Our course will suit you if you have studied an undergraduate degree in a non-journalism subject area or are looking to gain a professional qualification to pursue a career in the industry.

National Council for the Training of Journalists (NCTJ) accreditation is recognised in the industry as a strong indication that new recruits have the skills and knowledge to become effective multimedia journalists in a busy newsroom. In addition to your masters degree, you will also have the opportunity to take the NCTJ Diploma in Journalism. The NCTJ diploma is a widely recognised entry-level qualification for professional practice.

You will study new digital and social media practices alongside core, traditional story-gathering methods. You will learn the technical skills of video and audio recording that have become key parts of a multi-platform journalist’s tool kit.

The course will underpin your professional practice by exploring contemporary journalistic issues and debates, such as fake news. You will also study the contextual knowledge needed by professional journalists, such as media law and local and central government,

The course will be delivered by media industry professionals and respected academics. Our student journalism website,

  • overtimeonline.co.uk
  • , will enable you to publish articles to a wider audience.

    Through our Professional Practice module, you will spend time in a newsroom environment on placement. We have close links with both national and local organisations including Sky News and the Brighton Argus. You'll also gain insight from field trips and from visiting industry guest lecturers.

    We have been running journalism courses since 2003 and you'll benefit from industry-standard facilities including our newsroom.

    Careers

    This degree will open up career opportunities in areas including television, radio, print, web, and PR.

    The first students will graduate from this course in 2020 and we expect them to build successful careers in the industry as our undergraduates have, including:

    • Alex Smith, senior BBC broadcast journalist
    • Fiona McGeever, production runner on C4 Food Unwrapped
    • Polly Johns, social media editor at dealchecker.co.uk
    • Jon Vale, parliamentary correspondent for the Press Association
    • Talia French, deputy news editor for Heart Sussex Radio
    • Luke Adams, audience and content editor/senior reporter for Reading Chronicle
    • Lorenzo Ottone, music and style writer at Cool Brother
    • Nammie Matthews, editor of BN1 magazine
    • Gareth Burton, Essex County Council senior communications officer
    • .

    Key stats

    WUSCA ranking:
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    99/101
    CUG Subject Ranking
    CUG Subject Ranking
    Source: Complete University Guide 2025
    73rd
    CUG Ranking
    CUG Ranking
    Source: Complete University Guide 2025
    70th
    What students say
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    Imogen
    11 Feb 24

    Best aspects are the resources given such as the library, technical equipment, recording rooms and students halls. Worst aspects is the struggle for resources due to how many..Read more

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    Eve
    23 Feb 23

    The best is that some of the uni buildings are really nice and there are a lot of facilities especially for my course (podcast room, cameras etc). I think it could be improved by..Read more

    Modules

    Modules (Year 1)
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    Entry requirements

    Honours degree in any subject normally with a minimum 2:2 or equivalent from a NARIC-recognised institution, or an HND equivalent plus at least five years of relevant work experience. Other applicants with extensive industry experience will be considered on an individual basis.

    Tuition fees

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    Domestic

    £8,400 per year

    This information is updated by IDP Connect, or in some cases the institution directly.
    Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

    Students from Domestic

    This is the fee you pay if the University is in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)

    The fee for 2024/25 entry is: £8,400. There might be slight increase in fee for 2025/26 entry.

    £14,900 per year

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    Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

    Students from EU

    The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.

    The fee for 2024/25 entry is: £14,900. There might be slight increase in fee for 2025/26 entry.

    £14,900 per year

    This information is updated by IDP Connect, or in some cases the institution directly.
    Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

    Students from International

    The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.

    The fee for 2024/25 entry is: £14,900. There might be slight increase in fee for 2025/26 entry.

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    11 Feb 24
    Journalism BA (Hons)
    Best aspects are the resources given such as the library, technical equipment, recording rooms and students halls. Worst aspects is the struggle for resources due to how many...
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    Eve
    23 Feb 23
    Journalism BA (Hons)
    The best is that some of the uni buildings are really nice and there are a lot of facilities especially for my course (podcast room, cameras etc). I think it could be improved by...
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    University of Brighton
    University of Brighton , Brighton

    Located on England’s beautiful south coast, the University of Brighton is a buzzing multi-campus university with a diverse student...

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    University of Brighton
    Lewes Road Brighton Brighton and Hove BN2 4GA United Kingdom
    Nearest train station: Moulsecoomb  0.1 miles away

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