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  • Qualification

    MA - Master of Arts

  • Location

    Newcastle, Main Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    21-SEP-26

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

This research-focused programme develops your cultural understanding, and critical analysis. It introduces the content production skills needed for global media industries.Our Media and Journalism MA is for graduates and experienced journalists planning to progress to a PhD or take the next step in their career.It provides an international context and is suitable for students from across the globe.The course is flexible and you can tailor it towards professional media and journalism practice or academic engagement. You don't need a media background to join this course.You'll have the opportunity to learn alongside and collaborate with professional journalists.We work with a range of organisations to support high-quality journalism. You'll hear from and work with experts and innovators and explore advances in journalism. You'll have the opportunity to experiment and develop new ways to do journalism.You'll also work with internationally renowned academics in media, culture, and journalism studies.You can take part in projects to expand your knowledge and skills. This includes our Civic Journalism Lab in which we bring in industry professionals to discuss all aspects of journalism.

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
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£ 27,100per year

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

University information

Newcastle University

  • University League Table

    31st

  • Campus address

    Newcastle, Main Campus, Newcastle upon Tyne, Newcastle, England, NE1 7RU, United Kingdom

Newcastle is known for being friendly and welcoming to people from all around the globe. Students enjoy a lower cost of living compared to other UK cities.
Degree programmes are shaped by strong links with national and international businesses, with opportunities for professional accreditation and placements.
Newcastle University offers some of the most generous scholarships for international students.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    9th out of 92 2

  • Entry standards

    / Max 200
    145 73%

    14th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    87.0 87%

    5th

    4
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.07 77%

    59th

    17

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