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Overview
Journalism News Broadcast Sport degree offered at University of Salford combines the high standards for which Salford has become known in the industry with the rigour of the full NCTJ programme. This includes the necessary aspects of British law and the Teeline shorthand desired by editors in UK newsrooms. Students who intend to work outside the UK, or for organisations not based here, might be better suited to our MA in International Journalism for Digital Media, which explores how foreign correspondence professionals are taking advantage of digital technology to reach diverse audiences.
Employment
With our location in one of the UK’s most established media hubs, combined with our close links to a variety of media organisations across Salford and Greater Manchester, our news, sport and broadcasting journalism graduates have a strong record of successfully gaining employment within the industry.
Many of our students have gone on to secure professional roles with national broadcasters, such as the BBC, Sky and ITV, as well as leading UK print and online media publications for companies including Bloomberg, the Manchester Evening News and the Cavendish Press national news agency.
Programme Structure
Courses Included- Law and Government for Journalists
- News and Ethics
- News Journalism
- Sports Journalism
- Broadcast Journalism
- Professional Practice
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
More details
Applications are considered on a rolling basis
Language
English
IELTS 6
Credits
180 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Journalism Media Studies & Mass Media View 362 other Masters in Media Studies & Mass Media in United KingdomAcademic requirements
GPA Upper Second Class
English requirements
IELTS 6
Other requirements
General requirements
A good honours degree (2.1 or above) with a personal statement and evidence of engagement with journalism (i.e work experience).
Tuition Fee
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International
15750 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 15750 GBP per year during 12 months. -
National
8550 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 8550 GBP per year during 12 months.
Living costs for Salford
500 - 800 GBP /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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