Course summary
Traditional news outlets are moving towards online products at an accelerated pace. Digital technology is profoundly changing journalism, with innovations like hyperlocal news and mobile media reporting becoming increasingly prevalent. We aim to produce high-quality, fresh-thinking graduates who have a passion to communicate and can articulate their ideas through effective story-telling. You'll work in the University's simulated news environment. You'll report externally using mobile media and digital recorders and cameras. You'll have access to industry standard audio and video editing software.
Modules
Compulsory classes: Multimedia Journalism, Producing Media, Scots Law for Journalists, Media Ethics. Optional classes: Communication and Media Theory in an International Context, Digital Skills for Media and Communication, Strategic Communication, Entrepreneurial Journalism and Innovation, Media and Health, Communicating Science and the Environment.
Assessment method
Assessment methods vary according to the nature of the class. Academic subjects are generally assessed by written essays, case studies and presentations. In the Media Ethics class, students complete an innovative assessment, which requires them to work together in groups to research, create and produce a short video that explores a journalism ethics topic. In practical journalism classes, students produce individual multimedia journalism packages, portfolios of their own work and a group online news site. Peer assessment is also used in some of these classes.
Entry requirements
Honours degree, or overseas equivalent, or professional experience demonstrating ability to study at Masters level. Experience of student journalism, a media work placement, freelance work or professional journalism is desirable.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9550 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9550 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9550 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9550 | Year 1 |
| International | £21550 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Sponsorship information
There are several scholarship opportunities available for students applying for this course. Please see website for further details.
Provider information
University of Strathclyde
McCance Building
16 Richmond Street
Glasgow
G1 1XQ