Study MA in Journalism at Dublin City University in Ireland, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences

MA in Journalism

Ireland

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What will I learn?

Students learn from specialists in political journalism, climate change reporting, data journalism, gender and media studies, and journalism history, ensuring a strong grounding in journalism as both a professional practice and an academic discipline. Alongside this, the programme develops practical skills in news reporting, video and audio production, mobile journalism (MoJo), and news design, equipping graduates for the contemporary media landscape. The programme is taught by a diverse mix of active researchers and experienced practitioners, offering students the opportunity to engage critically with journalism while also developing industry-relevant skills. State-of-the-art facilities include Mac computer labs, radio studios, and a fully equipped TV studio.

Which department am I in?

Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences

Study options

Full Time (1 Year)

Tuition fees
€17,200.00 (US$ 18,433) per year
College Park Superior: €7,442.48

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2027

Venue

DCU Glasnevin Campus

Dublin 9,

Glasnevin,

Dublin,

D09 V209, Leinster, Republic of Ireland

Entry requirements

For international students

Applicants must have an Irish or UK Honours undergraduate degree equivalent to H2.2 or above, or relevant professional qualifications and experience demonstrating discipline-specific knowledge, transferable skills, basic research competency, and personal effectiveness may also be considered.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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DCU is one of Ireland’s top ranked universities, with a focus on industry learning, graduate employability and an inclusive student experience.

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