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  • Qualification

    MA - Master of Arts

  • Location

    Parkgate Road Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    OCT-24

  • Duration

    1 year

Course summary

You will study contemporary practical and theoretical journalism with a focus on multimedia delivery.

Course overview

During this exciting course, you will engage with practical up-to-date multimedia newsgathering and storytelling techniques. You will make use of opportunities for real-world news writing experience and learn to work creatively, accurately, and expediently to deadlines in preparation for working in what is a fast-paced and constantly evolving field.

Why study this course with us?

Journalism is a competitive industry with a wide-reaching influence on society. It is also a field that is subject to massive changes, which will have a profound impact on audiences and news disseminators. To operate effectively, journalists must now have a grasp of multimedia techniques and skills beyond the traditional craft of newsgathering and writing.

This course is designed to be responsive to changes in the industry and is forward-looking, with an emphasis on current and emerging journalism practice. You will be supported and encouraged to become an innovative storyteller while gaining valuable newsroom experience.

Assessment

You will be assessed through formal essays, portfolios of articles and audio-visual artefacts, and through the submission of a Journalism Master's Project. The weighting is 100% coursework. You will have between six and ten hours of contact time per week and will be expected to undertake 580 hours of independent guided study.

Job prospects

Careers available to you after completing the course may include:

  • multimedia journalist
  • print journalist
  • magazine journalist
  • broadcast journalist
  • copy writer
  • work in communications, public relations, or media
  • further academic study.

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 14,750per 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 Chester

University of Chester

  • University League Table

    61st

  • Campus address

    University of Chester, Parkgate Road, Chester, Cheshire, CH1 4BJ, England

With around 14,000 students from 100+ countries, the University of Chester provides a vibrant, diverse and safe home for international students worldwide!
While it is undoubtedly beautiful, Chester offers a welcoming community, as well as history, culture, and plenty of activities for students to get involved in.
International students can choose from over 200+ courses across all levels, all with an emphasis on practical learning to increase employability prospects.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    84th out of 95 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 210
    128 62%

    36th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    44.0 44%

    81st

    37
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 5
    3.73 75%

    79th

    10

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