MA Journalism

A vocational programme taught using industry-standard facilities so you gain the hands-on experience you will need in your day-to-day work as a journalist. Accredited by the National Council for the Training of Journalists (NCTJ) Practical training in research and writing as well as multi-media production Teaching from journalists with many years' experience and links to local newspapers, TV companies and radio stations Opportunities for industrial placements with media organisations Taught in the £38 million Redmonds Building with industry-standard facilities including newsrooms, studios, editing booths Opportunity to sit professional National Council for the Training of Journalists (NCTJ) exams and acquire their full diploma Publish work on LJMU Journalism's Mersey Live website This highly vocational Master's programme provides practical training in multi-media journalism and will further your understanding of the law and how public bodies work. You will also develop skills in analysis and interpretation, initiative and research, which are useful in any career.

You will need: Home International Qualification requirements Undergraduate degree A minimum 2.2 honours degree in a relevant subject area (e.g. English Language, English Literature, Politics, History, Law, Sociology) is preferable, although degrees in non-relevant subjects will also be considered. Additional requirements Interview required All short-listed applicants will be invited to attend a virtual interview via Microsoft Teams. You'll also need to complete a short written test. Further information Extra Requirements Non-standard applications from those without a degree will also be considered International requirements Show all sections IELTS Applicants will require an IELTS score of 7.5 (with a minimum of 7 in each component) or an equivalent English language test accepted by the institution, as listed here. Other international requirements International students should have recognised qualifications equivalent to a British Bachelors degree preferably in a relevant subject (e.g. Journalism, Media Studies, English Language, English Literature, Politics, History, Law, Sociology). Further information Extra Requirements Non-standard applications from those without a degree will also be considered Find your country Please Note: All international qualifications are subject to a qualification equivalency check. How to apply Securing your place at LJMU To apply for this programme, you are required to complete an LJMU online application form. You will need to provide details of previous qualifications and a personal statement outlining why you wish to study this programme. All applicants undergo a virtual interview via Microsoft Teams, a few basic writing activities, general knowledge and use of English to ensure the degree is right for you as well as your ability to cope with the rigours of an accredited programme. Please be aware that the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) during live interviews is not permitted. Our staff are trained in detecting the use of AI and have the right to suspend interviews if this is suspected. The use of AI during a live interview will result in your application being withdrawn.

IELTS Applicants will require an IELTS score of 7.5 (with a minimum of 7 in each component) or an equivalent English language test accepted by th

International students: £18,740 per year

UK students: £10,190 per year

UK/Home: £10,190 per year

International: £18,740 per year

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