Overview
Broadcast Journalism degree offered at the University of the West of Scotland is focused on ensuring you will develop expertise in newswriting, interviewing, presenting, editing, and online content, as well as deepening your awareness of the legal, moral and regulatory issues that confront working journalists. You will be encouraged to engage critically with, and make informed judgments on, current professional practices and ethical issues.
Jobs
The course has an outstanding employment record. Recent graduates have found work at the BBC and STV, a host of commercial radio stations such as Radio Clyde and Heart, busy media offices, and a range of high-quality journalism employers.Programme Structure
Courses include:
- News Journalism
- TV Journalism
- Journalism Law and Regulation
- Journalism and Public Affairs
- Creative Industries: Professional Practice
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
International- The latest we can process your application is 6 weeks before the course start date
Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Journalism Media Studies & Mass Media Public Relations View 70 other Masters in Public Relations in United KingdomAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
You will require a University degree in any discipline or an equivalent qualification. Mature applicants with other qualifications and experience within the broadcast industry may be considered at the discretion of the Course Leader.
Applicants will also be expected to take a writing and voice test, as well as an interview.
Overseas students must also meet UWS English language requirements.
Tuition Fee
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International
14500 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 14500 GBP per year during 12 months. -
National
11250 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 11250 GBP per year during 12 months.
For Scottish students, cost of study per year is 7,000£
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.