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MA - Master of Arts
College Lane campus - University of Hertfordshire
Full Time
JAN-25
1 year
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MA - Master of Arts
College Lane campus - University of Hertfordshire
Full Time
JAN-25
1 year
MA - Master of Arts
College Lane campus - University of Hertfordshire
Full Time
SEP-25
1 year
MA - Master of Arts
College Lane campus - University of Hertfordshire
Part Time
SEP-25
2 years
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About the course
Our MA Journalism & Media Communications is a full-time taught programme with a great record of helping students achieve jobs in the industry. By joining this programme, you’ll extend your knowledge and skills in the media. You’ll meet students from around the world, forming close friendships and strengthening your international awareness.
You’ll benefit from our extensive links with the media industry including, membership of the Public Relations and Communications Association and educational membership of the British Society for Magazine Editors. Be?inspired by our guest speakers. Previous talks have welcomed journalists from Sky News, the editor of?Marie Claire, an investigative journalist from the BBC and head of a media agency. Plus, we’ll invite you to join our small ‘afternoon tea’ sessions with speakers twice a semester. You’ll be supported to find valuable work experience. Previous students have gained placements with the?BBC,?Sunday Times?and a variety of PR agencies.
You’ll analyse contemporary intellectual theories of media and communications. You’ll cross-examine the synergies between social media, PR and journalism, interrogate current media practices and convergence. Every step of the way, there’ll be a strong focus on your future employability. You’ll be taught by lecturers with extensive professional experience of journalism, PR, web design, media production and media research. Whatever your background, this MA will enhance your career by equipping you to operate effectively in a professional media environment.
By joining this MA programme, you’ll benefit from a diverse and international student cohort within the School of Creative Arts postgraduate community.
We require at least 2:2 (or equivalent) in any subject. Graduates with an honours degree in any discipline who have otherwise demonstrated potential to succeed at postgraduate level journalism and media communications will also be considered.
Students living in
Domestic
£10,980 per year
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)
£17,250 per year
Students from EU
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.
£17,250 per year
Students from International
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.
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