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  • Qualification

    MA - Master of Arts

  • Location

    University of Sheffield

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    30-SEP-24

  • Duration

    1 year

Course summary

Our students see journalism’s bigger picture: freedom of expression, misinformation and ‘fake news’, media ethics and globalisation. If you’re interested in further study of these themes, this is the course for you.

Course description

This research-based course combines study of themes such as globalisation, misinformation and media freedom with some practical newswriting experience.

You’ll cast a critical eye over journalism within an international context, comparing and contrasting media theory and practice around the world. Our academics will also involve you in vital discussions around their pioneering research on media, society and government at a hugely critical moment for freedom of expression.

In the first semester, you will be placed front and centre at International Journalism Week - a unique opportunity to engage with dozens of high-profile academics and media practitioners from around the world. This annual programme of lectures, seminars and workshops allows our students to immerse themselves in a huge range of subjects, from war reporting to issues of representation. All students from the department are welcome, but the event is especially tailored to the interests of our MA Global Journalism students.

Some of our graduates go on to practice journalism. The majority of our students, however, use this course as the launching pad for a career in academia, and go on to conduct significant research on subjects that lie at the heart of the global media landscape.

Please see our University website for the most up-to-date course information.

Application deadline

06 September 2023

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 25,060per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

University of Sheffield

  • University League Table

    20th

  • Campus address

    University of Sheffield, Western Bank, Sheffield, Sheffield, S10 2TN, England

Pathway programmes are available to help students with English as a second language and different educational backgrounds prepare for their academic career.
With nearly 11,000 international students, Sheffield is a diverse, welcoming city that's celebrated for its safety and strong sense of community and culture.
The university offers a range of scholarships for high-achieving international students who demonstrate excellent academic potential.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    5th out of 95 3

  • Entry standards

    / Max 210
    149 72%

    15th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    72.0 72%

    16th

    13
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 5
    4.05 81%

    28th

    8

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