Master of Arts in Journalism
University of Galway
Ireland,Connacht
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12 Months
Duration
CAD 20,500/year
Tuition Fee
CAD 35
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Ireland, Connacht
Type: University
Location Type: Urban
Founded: 1845
Total Students: 19,000 +
Campus Detail
Main Campus Address
University Rd, Galway, Ireland
Master of Arts in Journalism
Program Overview
The MA Journalism at University of Galway is an innovative, digital-first journalism programme focusing on key multimedia skills needed to work in the modern newsroom. The programme aims to train students to work in the fast-paced world of journalism, equipping graduates with essential training in traditional reporting skills for print, online and broadcast, as well as digital media experience in audience development and analytics, data journalism, podcasting and OSINT verification.
University of Galway has a long tradition of journalism training and all journalism students are required to undertake a rigorous programme of news writing and reporting, broadcasting, media law, politics, economics and current affairs, and ethics and regulation, and can choose from a suite of optional elective modules to give them specialist knowledge in areas. These elective modules could include Humanitarian Reporting, Documentary Storytelling (Audio and Video), International Human Rights and Peacekeeping, Communicating Climate Action and Science, and Introduction to Investigative Reporting.
Journalism classes take place in the digital newsroom and broadcast studios, completely refurbished in 2019. University of Galway has partnerships with all major national media organisations and students receive support in seeking out employment opportunities and internships both in Ireland and internationally.
Application Fee
Application Fee: CAD 35 Tuition Fee
CAD 20,500 per year
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
Living Cost in University of Galway
CAD 10,000 per year
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Check program website for more information about funding options.
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