MA Journalism

Postgraduate Entry Requirements

Academic Qualifications: International students applying for postgraduate programs at the University of Galway are generally required to have achieved a minimum academic performance equivalent to 60% or above in their previous academic qualifications.

English Language Proficiency: 

• IELTS: Overall band score of 6.5 or 7.0, with no individual section scoring below 6.
• TOEFL iBT: Overall score of 88 with minimum section scores of Listening 7, Speaking 16, Writing 18, and Reading 8.
• PTE (Pearson Test of English): Overall score of 61, with a minimum score of 48.

Students must provide:

• academic marksheets & transcripts
• letters of recommendation
• a personal statement - SOP
• passport
• other supporting documents as required by the university.

Work experience: Some postgraduate courses may require relevant work experience in the field.

It's important to note that entry requirements can vary by program and may change over time. Additionally, some programs may have additional requirements, such as interviews, portfolios, or work experience.

NUI Galway offers various scholarships and financial aid options specifically tailored to support international students pursuing their academic endeavors at the university. These scholarships aim to assist students in managing the costs associated with studying abroad and encourage academic excellence. 

International Student Scholarships: NUI Galway provides scholarships dedicated to international students based on academic merit, varying from partial tuition fee waivers to substantial scholarships covering a significant portion of tuition costs.

Government and External Scholarships: The university assists international students in availing themselves of government-funded scholarships or external funding opportunities offered by various organizations, both in Ireland and internationally. These scholarships may be country-specific or based on academic achievement and specific fields of study.

Research Scholarships: For postgraduate research students, NUI Galway offers several research scholarships and funding options. These scholarships support research projects and cover tuition fees, living expenses, or research-related costs.

Undergraduate and Postgraduate Scholarships: There are diverse scholarships available for both undergraduate and postgraduate international students across various disciplines, rewarding academic achievement and supporting talented individuals seeking higher education at NUI Galway.

Specific Program Scholarships: Some scholarships are program-specific, focusing on particular courses or areas of study, aiming to attract high-caliber students to those fields.

Graduates of the MA in Journalism program have diverse career paths.

1. Journalist/Reporter: Careers involve working for newspapers, magazines, online media, radio, or television, reporting news, investigating stories, or producing multimedia content.

2. Digital Content Creator: Opportunities exist in digital media outlets, creating and managing content for online platforms, social media, or digital publications.

3. Broadcast Journalist: Graduates may work in television or radio stations, presenting news, conducting interviews, or producing news programs.

4. Editor/Content Manager: Careers involve editing content, managing editorial teams, and overseeing content creation for media organizations.

5. Freelance Journalist: Graduates can work independently, contributing articles, features, or reports to various media outlets on a freelance basis.

6. Media Researcher/Analyst: Opportunities exist in media research firms, analyzing media trends, audience behaviors, or conducting media-related research.

7. Communications Specialist: Graduates may work in public relations, corporate communications, or advocacy organizations, crafting messages, managing media relations, and developing communication strategies.