MA Multimedia Journalism at Manchester Metropolitan University

Programme overview

The MA Multimedia Journalism at Manchester Metropolitan University is designed for ambitious graduates who want to develop the skills, confidence and industry insight needed to thrive in modern journalism. Rooted in real-world practice, the course equips you to report, create and publish compelling stories across print, digital, television and radio platforms. Throughout the course, you’ll build a strong foundation in professional journalism, developing skills in news gathering, interviewing, writing, multimedia production, mobile journalism and digital content creation.

What you will study

MA Multimedia Journalism is an intensive, industry-focussed postgraduate course designed to develop the practical, editorial and digital skills needed to succeed in today’s rapidly evolving media landscape. Whether you are new to journalism or looking to enhance your professional capabilities, the course provides a comprehensive understanding of how stories are researched, produced and shared across multiple platforms. Modules core: Industry Perspectives, Journalism 1, Law 1, Mobile and Digital, Newsroom, Project; options: Broadcast Journalism, Magazine & Longform Journalism, Reporting Institutions.

Career pathways

On successful completion of the course, you will be ideally placed to pursue a career at the forefront of multimedia journalism as a multi-skilled reporter or presenter. Our past students are now working at home and, in some cases, abroad as: Reporters.

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Application information

Entry requirements

You will normally have a lower second class UK honours degree (or international equivalent) in any discipline. Applicants whose first language is not English (and whose first degree was not taught in English) are required to produce evidence of English Language proficiency. Overseas applicants will require IELTS with an overall score of 7.0 with no less than 6.5 in any category, or an equivalent accepted English qualification. Accepted English qualifications can be viewed here. If you have any questions about experience or entry requirements for the course, you are encouraged to contact the course leader Andrew Dickinson [email protected]. IELTS 7.0 overall.

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.mmu.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/course/ma-multimedia-journalism#how-to-apply

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