Journalism

Entry requirements

• A 2.1 honours UK honours degree and enthusiasm for, or experience of journalism.
• Applicants with a 2.2 and substantial experience will be considered.
• A written test.

Applications from candidates with non-standard entry qualifications will be considered on an individual basis if they can demonstrate relevant professional experience.

Written journalism test

All journalism applicants will be asked to submit a written piece as part of their application. View written test. This will be judged against clear criteria. When assessing sample writing manuscripts we are looking for work of at least a satisfactory (pass) standard in terms of language, content, observation, structure and voice.

Months of entry

September

Course content

Embark on an exciting journey with the MA Journalism course. This immersive course offers a perfect blend of hands-on training and academic depth, ensuring you're well-prepared for a thriving career in journalism.

Led by seasoned media professionals, our curriculum covers the entire spectrum of modern journalism, from newsgathering to video editing and harnessing the power of social media. You'll also delve into crucial subjects like media law and politics while having the freedom to personalize your learning journey.

One standout feature of the course is its strong emphasis on social justice journalism, where you'll tackle pressing issues on a public-facing platform, making a real impact locally and globally.

Through real-world placements, Newsdays, and collaborative editorial work, you'll gain invaluable industry experience, allowing you to follow in the footsteps of our successful journalism graduates.

Information for international students

• The UK honours 2.1 honours degree and enthusiasm for or experience of journalism.
• Applicants with a 2.2 and substantial experience will be considered.
• A written test will be required.

International qualifications

We accept qualifications from all over the world – check yours here:

• Entry requirements by country

Postgraduate preparation courses (Pre-Masters)

If you don’t yet meet our entry requirements, we offer Pre-Masters courses through our partner Nottingham Trent International College (NTIC), based on our City Campus:

• Pre-Masters courses leading to postgraduate study at NTU

English language entry requirements

You can meet our language requirements by successfully completing our pre-sessional English course for an agreed length of time, or by submitting the required grade in one of our accepted English language tests, such as IELTS:

• English language requirements
• Pre-sessional English for Academic Purposes (PEAP)

Written journalism test

All journalism applicants will be asked to submit a written piece as part of their application. View written test. This will be judged against clear criteria. When assessing sample writing manuscripts we are looking for work of at least a satisfactory (pass) standard in terms of language, content, observation, structure and voice.