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Master of Journalism

University of Derby

  • Derby, United Kingdom
  • 1 year
  • English
  • On campus
  • Master

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About the program

An MA in multiplatform journalism covering news, Features, Video, Podcasting and branded content.

Program highlights

  • Internship available: yes
  • Placement support: yes
  • Work during study: yes
  • Post-study work rights (2): yes
  • PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

  • Critically evaluate concepts and methods in Journalism to solve relevant problems. Develop competence in Four compulsory modules: journalism practice (finding news
  • Interviewing. Present findings clearly and consider professional or research ethics.

Career outcomes

  • Features writer
  • Video journalist
  • Broadcast journalist
  • News editor
  • Producer
  • Social media journalist

Curriculum

  • Four compulsory modules: journalism practice (finding news
  • Interviewing
  • Multimedia)
  • Technology including AI tools
  • Law and ethics with media
  • Power and propaganda
  • And a dissertation or major project. Students produce features
  • Social video and podcasts.

Entry requirements

Academic

  • UK 2:2 honours degree or international equivalent
  • Some courses require a relevant degree
  • Experience or interview. IELTS 6.5 typical
  • With 6.0 (some courses 5.5) in each skill
  • Up to 7.0 on some courses.

Accepted academic background

Bachelor degree (UK 2:2 or international equivalent), Some courses need professional experience, Interview or a relevant first degree (e. G. Health, Therapy and teaching courses).

Documents you’ll need

  • Academic Transcripts
  • English Language Test Results.

How to apply

  1. Check the course entry requirements (2:2 degree or equivalent) and start dates. Click Apply directly on the course page
  2. or apply through an overseas representative. Provide degree transcripts and proof of English (IELTS 5 typical). Interview or portfolio where the course asks. After an offer
  3. Pay the 8
  4. 000 GBP deposit before a CAS. Use the CAS to apply for the Student visa with proof of funds. Arrive by the stated date.

Other costs

Tuition per year£17,500, £18,100 GBP
Application fee£50 GBP
Deposit£28,927 GBP

Program details

CampusDerby Campus
Faculty or schoolJournalism
DepartmentHumanities and Communication
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value180
Study paceFixed
Post-study stay2
Scholarship noteSouth-East Asia Scholarship: 5000 GBP fee reduction for qualifying nationals of Cambodia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Thailand or Vietnam entering an eligible on-campus, Full-time undergraduate or taught postgraduate degree in January or September 2027. Offer, CAS and other criteria apply.

Scholarships

South-East Asia Scholarship: 5000 GBP fee reduction for qualifying nationals of Cambodia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Thailand or Vietnam entering an eligible on-campus, Full-time undergraduate or taught postgraduate degree in January or September 2027. Offer, CAS and other criteria apply.

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Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 1 year.