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Master of Arts - Journalism

Birmingham campus — Birmingham, West Midlands, United Kingdom

Study Level: Postgraduate · Master's Degree
Duration: To be confirmed
Study Mode: To be confirmed
Next Intake: September 2027
Tuition Fee: GBP 18,970
Application Fee: None listed
Scholarships Available: None listed
Post-Study Work Information: Graduate Route: Verify before applying
Application Status: Open — confirm with Eagle Link (Not confirmed)

Program information is subject to institution confirmation. Fees, deadlines, intakes and entry requirements may change.

Overview

The MA Journalism is a practice-based course designed to prepare students for work across a range of journalism settings, including print, digital, and broadcast media. The programme has been developed in line with National Council for the Training of Journalists (NCTJ) standards and is undergoing accreditation, providing a strong foundation for a professional career in journalism. It focuses on key areas such as newsgathering, reporting, media law, and the use of digital and data in contemporary journalism, while also exploring the relationship between journalism and public relations. The course maintains links with a variety of media organisations, including The Guardian, The Birmingham Dispatch, Global Radio, and the BBC, alongside other outlets across broadcast, online, and print journalism. Students also benefit from the University’s expertise in independent and hyperlocal media, gaining the skills and knowledge needed to operate within this growing sector. Teaching is delivered by staff with extensive industry experience in the UK and internationally. Students learn how news is sourced, produced, and delivered across multiple platforms and formats. They also gain practical experience by working on live projects, including contributions to the Birmingham Eastside platform and collaborations with external organisations, helping them understand the role of journalists in different media contexts. The programme prepares graduates for careers in both established newsrooms and the independent media sector. Subject to accreditation, students may also have the opportunity to complete NCTJ examinations alongside their degree, with the potential to graduate with both a Master’s qualification and the NCTJ Level 5 Diploma in Journalism.

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Credential: Master's Degree
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Entry Requirements

Entry requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

English-language requirements

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Fees & Costs

Tuition fee: GBP 18,970
Application fee: None listed
Deposit required: Not listed
Estimated other compulsory fees: Not listed — confirm with Eagle Link.

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Scholarships

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Intakes & Deadlines

Upcoming intakes: September 2027, September 2028, September 2029
Application deadline: Confirm with Eagle Link
Application status: Confirm with Eagle Link
Intake availability: Not confirmed

Campus & Location

Birmingham campus

Birmingham, West Midlands, United Kingdom

4 Cardigan Street

Post-Study Work / Immigration Information

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About the Institution

The Birmingham City University offers a range of subjects and specialisms across six Schools – Arts; Business; Law and Social Sciences; Architecture, Built Environment, Computing and Engineering; Life and Health Sciences; and Nursing and Midwifery – as well as the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire. The university’s early history can be traced back to 1843 with the founding of the Birmingham Society of Arts and School of Design. Over time, five individual colleges were brought together to form The City of Birmingham Polytechnic in 1971, which later became Birmingham City University. With around 31...

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Program information last verified 8 October 2026.

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