Media and Journalism MA
Newcastle University
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This research-focused Media and Journalism MA develops your cultural understanding, and critical analysis. It introduces the content production skills needed for global media industries The Media and Journalism MA is designed for new graduates and experienced journalists. If you're planning a career in journalism and related occupations, or to progress to a PhD, this course is for you. It provides an international context and is suitable for students from across the globe. The course is ...Read more

This research-focused Media and Journalism MA develops your cultural understanding, and critical analysis. It introduces the content production skills needed for global media industries The Media and Journalism MA is designed for new graduates and experienced journalists. If you're planning a career in journalism and related occupations, or to progress to a PhD, this course is for you. It provides an international context and is suitable for students from across the globe. The course is flexible and you can tailor it towards professional media and journalism practice or academic engagement. You don't need a media background to join this course. You'll have the opportunity to learn alongside and collaborate with professional journalists. We work with a range of organisations to support high-quality journalism. You'll hear from and work with experts and innovators and explore advances in journalism. You'll have the opportunity to experiment and develop new ways to do journalism. You'll also work with internationally renowned academics in media, culture, and journalism studies. You can take part in projects to expand your knowledge and skills. This includes our Civic Journalism Lab in which we bring in industry professionals to discuss all aspects of journalism

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16/279
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31st
What students say
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Jack
05 Dec 24

The university is very supportive and always happy to help you with any issues you may face. The teaching staff are great, and I feel I have learnt so much since joining. The..Read more

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Eliska
02 Dec 24

The best is probably how everything is in one place, uni campus, town, and night life there as well. The worst was probably when I was trying to get a therapy when I really needed..Read more

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Entry requirements

A 2:1 honours degree, or international equivalent. We will also consider your application on an individual basis if you have lower or non-standard qualifications and relevant professional experience in: the media; broadcast journalism; print journalism.

Tuition fees

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£11,200 per year

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£26,300 per year

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Living costs - 10500-11500 a year

£26,300 per year

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Living costs - 10500-11500 a year

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Jack
05 Dec 24
Journalism, Media and Culture - BA (Hons)
The university is very supportive and always happy to help you with any issues you may face. The teaching staff are great, and I feel I have learnt so much since joining. The...
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Eliska
02 Dec 24
Journalism, Media and Culture - BA (Hons)
The best is probably how everything is in one place, uni campus, town, and night life there as well. The worst was probably when I was trying to get a therapy when I really needed...
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