The Master Degree in Communication Studies: Journalism and Media in Europe is offered by Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB).You will get a deep understanding of changing journalistic business models, of journalistic practices in the digital age, and of the relation between journalism, policy-making, advocacy, political communication and political ideologies. With its range of European and international institutions and the many media, journalism and communication professionals working here, Brussels is the perfect place to study media and journalism in Europe. We also offer a Master of Communication Studies: New Media and Society in Europe that focuses on technological innovation, media economics, and European media policy.
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A Master’s degree in Communication Studies: Journalism and Media in Europe opens doors to many different positions in a wide range of sectors in Brussels and across Europe. Our alumni work in journalism, in media and communication companies, as press officers or communication officials in European and international institutions, companies, lobby organisations and NGO’s, and as researchers in universities and think tanks.
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