Overview

This highly vocational Masters programme in Journalism from Liverpool John Moores University , provides practical training in multi-media journalism and will further your understanding of the law and how public bodies work. You will also develop skills in analysis and interpretation, initiative and research, which are useful in any career.

Employability

The applied learning techniques and strong industry connections ensure our students are fully prepared for the workplace on graduation and understand how to apply their knowledge in a real world context.

You will be given an in-depth understanding of journalism as a profession and, throughout the course, we strive to highlight to you the full range of career options available to you when you leave.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Essential Journalism and Professional Practice

Multi-Platform Journalism

Journalism in Context

Media Law, Regulation and Court Reporting

Research Skills for Journalists

Public Affairs for Journalists

Portfolio and Professional Practice

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

7.5

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PTE Academic

61

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TOEFL^® IBT

78

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Duolingo English Test

125

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Liverpool, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

IELTS

7.5

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PTE Academic

61

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TOEFL^® IBT

78

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Duolingo English Test

125

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Other requirements

General requirements

a minimum 2.2 honours degree in a relevant subject area (e.g. English Language, English Literature, Politics, History, Law, Sociology) is preferable, although degrees in non-relevant subjects will also be considered

non-standard applications from those without a degree will also be considered

Additional information:

All short-listed applicants will be invited to attend an informal interview (via Skype/telephone/Zoom if not possible in person and for international students)

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Starting from €0.53/day, free cancellation any time.

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Tuition Fee

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International

18250 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 18250 GBP per year during 12 months.
National

9520 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 9520 GBP per year during 12 months.

Living costs for Liverpool

556 - 1035 GBP /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

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Key information

Duration

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Credits

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Campus Location

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Academic requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fee

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Living costs for Liverpool

Funding

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