MA News Journalism
City Campus
INTAKE: September
Program Overview
The Master of Arts (MA) in News Journalism program at Nottingham Trent University offers students a comprehensive and dynamic curriculum designed to develop their skills in journalism, news reporting, and media storytelling. This program caters to individuals passionate about delivering accurate and impactful news stories, as well as navigating the evolving landscape of journalism in the digital age.
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Journalistic Skills: The MA News Journalism program equips students with essential journalistic skills, including news writing, investigative reporting, ethics, fact-checking, and multimedia storytelling.
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Media Landscape: Students gain a deep understanding of the contemporary media landscape, exploring the role of journalism in society, digital media platforms, and the challenges and opportunities of modern reporting.
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Practical Experience: The curriculum emphasizes practical experience, offering students opportunities to work on real news stories, reportage, and multimedia projects both in the classroom and in real-world settings.
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Industry Integration: The program maintains connections with media professionals, news organizations, and experts, offering students insights through guest lectures, workshops, and internships.
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Digital Journalism: Students learn to navigate digital tools and platforms, gaining skills in online journalism, social media reporting, data journalism, and interactive storytelling.
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Ethics and Accountability: The curriculum emphasizes ethical considerations in journalism, fostering a commitment to accuracy, impartiality, and journalistic integrity.
Location
City Campus
Score
IELTS 7
Tuition Fee
£ 15850
Postgraduate Entry Requirements:
- Academic Qualifications: International students applying for postgraduate programs at NTU are required to hold a relevant undergraduate degree or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
- Percentage Requirement: NTU typically expects international students to have achieved a minimum of 65% or above in their previous academic qualifications. However, specific entry requirements may vary depending on the program and the country's educational system from which the student has graduated.
- English Language Proficiency: Similar to undergraduate programs, international students applying for postgraduate programs at NTU are required to demonstrate English language proficiency. The accepted English language tests and minimum scores are the same as for undergraduate programs:
- IELTS: A minimum overall score of 6.5, with no less than 6 in each component.
- TOEFL: A minimum score of 81 on the internet-based test (iBT).
- PTE: A minimum score of 62.
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 is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.
These scholarships provide opportunities for talented students to pursue their studies at Nottingham Trent University:
- International Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship: NTU offers the Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship for international students. This scholarship is highly competitive and awarded based on academic excellence, with a focus on the applicant's achievements and potential contributions to NTU and their chosen field of study.
- International Postgraduate Scholarship: NTU offers postgraduate scholarships for international students pursuing a master's degree or research program. These scholarships are awarded based on academic merit and can help cover a portion of the tuition fees.
- Country-Specific Scholarships:NTU offers scholarships tailored to students from specific countries or regions. These scholarships aim to attract talented individuals from diverse backgrounds and may have specific eligibility criteria, such as academic achievement or residency in a particular country. International students are advised to check the NTU website or contact the admissions office for information on country-specific scholarships.
- External Scholarships:NTU encourages international students to explore external scholarship opportunities. There are various organizations, foundations, and governments that offer scholarships to support international students studying in the UK. NTU provides guidance and resources to help students identify and apply for these external scholarships.
It is important to note that scholarship availability, eligibility criteria, and application deadlines may vary from year to year.
Graduates of the MA News Journalism program from NTU have a range of exciting career prospects within the journalism and media industries.
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News Reporter: Graduates can work as news reporters, covering local, national, or international events for print, broadcast, and digital news outlets.
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Investigative Journalist: Graduates interested in in-depth reporting can pursue roles as investigative journalists, uncovering hidden stories, corruption, and societal issues.
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Multimedia Journalist: With skills in multimedia storytelling, graduates can work as multimedia journalists, producing content for various platforms, including text, video, audio, and interactive media.
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Editor/Producer: Graduates can become editors or producers, responsible for curating and shaping news content for digital, broadcast, or print media.
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Digital Content Creator: Graduates can work in digital media companies, creating engaging content for online platforms, social media, and digital news outlets.
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Media Relations Specialist: Graduates can work in public relations and media relations, facilitating communication between organizations and the media.
