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Overview
The primary objective of this initiative is to create a programme that combines theoretical discussions with experiential learning to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of international news media and the skills to undertake leading roles in that environment. It very directly connects the classroom to the newsroom, affording collaboration with the news industry and access to best practices in cross-platform journalism and news production.
Careers & Employability
The primary purpose of the new Journalism and International Affairs programme from University College Dublin from University College Dublin is to enhance the career prospects of students. Upon graduation they will have learned skills to create and produce multi-media journalism, to think conceptually about newsmaking practices and about their relationship to environments of international affairs.
The MA will enhance students' prospects of employability, principally in the international news industry and also in ancillary sectors that value knowledge of international communications.Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Journalism & International
- CNN Academy Newsroom
- Research Skills and Methods
- Public Diplomacy and Soft Power
- The Global Politics of Cyber Security
- Politics and Digital Storytelling
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
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Language
English
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 90
Credits
90 ECTS
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
International Relations Journalism Media Studies & Mass Media View 24 other Masters in Media Studies & Mass Media in IrelandAcademic requirements
GPA Upper Second Class
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 90
Other requirements
General requirements
- An honours undergraduate degree (NFQ level 8) in a relevant subject area with a minimum upper second class honours UCD GPA of 3.08 or the international equivalent is required
- Applicants without the above degree qualification but with extensive work experience in a relevant sector will be considered.
Tuition Fee
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International
25000 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 25000 EUR per year during 12 months. -
EU/EEA
25000 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 25000 EUR per year during 12 months.
Living costs for Dublin
1100 - 1800 EUR /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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