Overview
Are you interested in examining the role of the media in global conflict? Or reflecting on the changes in global media systems and professional journalism? This Journalism programme from Södertörn University brings together students with backgrounds in the social sciences and the humanities, providing you with the necessary skills to critically reflect on and autonomously analyse the role of journalism in various types of media systems and in different parts of the world, including the professional role of the journalist and freedom of the press in different places.
What you'll study
You will investigate the professional role of the journalist, ethical issues and problems of media freedom and democracy, while reflecting on and problematising journalism and power. This programme not only provides knowledge and skills that are vital when working in an international setting, it also provides the necessary formal qualification for admission to doctoral studies.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Comparative Journalism Studies
- Journalism and International Conflicts
- Master’s Project in Journalism
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before
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Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
International Development Journalism Media Studies & Mass Media View 3 other Masters in Journalism in SwedenAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- Bachelor´s degree in a social sciences or humanities subject or the equivalent, plus English B or equivalent.
- Selection: On the basis of previous university credits. Between 30 and 285 credits may be taken into account.
Tuition Fee
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International
11723 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 11723 EUR for the full programme during 12 months. -
EU/EEA
FreeTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 0 EUR for the full programme during 12 months.
- SEK 120,000 per academic year
Living costs for Stockholm
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.