Overview

The European and Mediterranean Studies and Journalism programme from New York University helps students develop both journalistic skills and expertise in the history, politics, and culture of these regions.

This 42-point programme includes a specialized selection of courses in Journalism totaling 20 points; a sequence of courses (one required, four elective) in European and Mediterranean Studies totaling 20 points; and a 2-point master's project. Students must be formally admitted to both programmes.

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the programme, graduates will:

Write clear, accurate and engaging prose in an audience-appropriate manner.

Demonstrate critical thinking, independence, and creativity.

Interview subjects, conduct research, and evaluate information.

Work ethically in pursuit of truth, accuracy, fairness, and diversity.

Explore concepts key to international affairs, with specific focus on Europe.

Careers and opportunities

The joint M.A. degree is designed to prepare students for careers as newspaper, magazine, or broadcast journalists, specializing in Europe and the Mediterranean.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

What is Europe?

Specialized Reporting

Directed Reading

Writing/Report Workshop

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

42 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

New York City, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

In addition to the general application requirements, the department specifically requires:

The European and Mediterranean Studies/Journalism programme requires applicants to write a personal essay. The essay is an extremely important part of the application, so treat it accordingly. The essay should be 1,000 to 1,500 words in length. In addition, all applicants must submit one or two additional writing samples, whether published or not.

Two writing samples are required for the joint M.A. programme. These samples should be indicative of the applicant’s best overall work and need not have been published. They should include at least one academic paper or senior thesis that demonstrates the student’s critical thinking ability and another that showcases the student’s writing ability.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

56646 USD / year

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Out-of-State

56646 USD / year

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In-State

56646 USD / year

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Living costs

New York City

United States

1819 - 3968 USD / month

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

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Programme Structure

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Credits

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Academic requirements

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Living costs

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