Journalism (Distance Learning)
Entry requirements
An upper second-class honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject or a master's degree in an appropriate subject. Equivalent professional experience and/or qualifications will be considered. All applicants will be invited to attend a workshop, which will include an NCTJ story writing task. All applicants will be invited to attend a workshop, which will include an NCTJ story writing task.
English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5 with no component score below 6.5.
Months of entry
January, September
Course content
Overview
Whether it's providing the public with trusted information, holding leaders to account or countering "fake news" and misinformation, journalists have a key role to play in a democratic society.
Gain the skills, knowledge and qualification you need to succeed in roles such as journalist, news editor, press officer and communications officer with this online Journalism Master's.
Course highlights
- Learn the professional skills and knowledge needed in the era of digital news and media in areas such as video editing, media law, data analysis and people management
- Gain academic credit towards Level 5 NCTJ Diploma in Journalism (including 100wpm in shorthand)
- Apply your skills and boost your CV with at least 10 days of work experience with a publisher or communications company
- Use the latest professional software including Photoshop, Indesign and Premier Pro
- Learn from teaching staff who have professional experience with titles and organisations such as the Financial Times, News International and Portsmouth News
- journalist
- news editor
- social media manager
- press officers
- communications officer
- online and print newspapers
- broadcasters
- magazines
- PR agencies
- corporate communications agencies
Qualification, course duration and attendance options
- MA
- full time12 months
- Distance learningis available for this qualification
- part time24 months
- Distance learningis available for this qualification
Course contact details
- Name
- University Admissions Centre
- admissions@port.ac.uk
- Phone
- 023928444445566