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.
Programme Structure
Courses included:
- Media Law, Regulation and Court Reporting
- Journalism in Context
- Research Skills for Journalists
- Major Journalism Dissertation
- Major Journalism Practical Project
- Portfolio and Professional Practice
- Public Affairs for Journalists
- Multi-Platform Journalism
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
- Part-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApplication deadline not specified.
Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Journalism Media Studies & Mass Media Public Relations View 147 other Masters in Journalism in United KingdomAcademic requirements
English requirements
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)
Tuition Fee
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International
16900 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 16900 GBP per year during 12 months. -
National
8135 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 8135 GBP per year during 12 months.
Living costs for Liverpool
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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