Overview
This International Journalism course at University of Sussex focuses on developing the practical skills and the critical knowledge to help you to reflect on your professional practice in an international context. You’ll learn to:
- understand and debate the broader issues driving news organisations across the world
- be knowledgeable about the functions of journalism in a contemporary environment
- produce copy for a range of platforms including audio, digital and video
- critically evaluate and analyse a range of journalistic outputs and their characteristics.
Careers
The International Journalism graduates possess knowledge and transferable skills relevant to employment in a wide range of areas including, among others:
- the media industries
- public relations
- journalism
- teaching
- public services.
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Courses include:
- Audio Features
- Journalism in Transition
- Media, Law and Ethics
- Activist Media Practice
- Global News Industries
- New Developments in Digital Media
- Photography: Documentary, Landscape, Politics
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Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
- Part-time
- 24 months
- Flexible
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before , National
- Apply before , International
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Courses can be in high demand, so we recommend that you apply as early as possible.
Language
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Credits
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Academic requirements
English requirements
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Student insurance
Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:
- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
- You should normally have an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree or above.
- Subject-specific requirements: Your qualification should be in a relevant social sciences or humanities subject. You can also apply for the course if you don’t have the academic qualifications required, but can show relevant professional/creative skills and experience.
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International
22575 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 22575 GBP per year during 12 months. -
National
12550 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 12550 GBP per year during 12 months.
Living costs for Brighton
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
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