MSc Media, Communications & International Journalism at University of Glasgow

Programme overview

This MSc combines media, communications and audience theory and research methods with the production and editorial skills needed by modern journalists. It is taught by members of the Glasgow University Media Group and includes a practical element focused on employability skills.

Duration: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time | Intake: September | Location: Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Students take four core courses (Media, Communications and Journalism: Criticism and Theory; Media Research Methods; Researching Audiences and Media Representations; Producing News) and two optional courses, followed by either a dissertation or a practical journalism project. Teaching is by lectures, seminars and practical workshops.

Career pathways

Graduates work in journalism, marketing and public relations, factual TV and radio, government bodies, NGOs, and museums and heritage.

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Application information

Entry requirements

2.1 Honours degree (or non-UK equivalent) in Sociology, Politics, Economics, History, Law, Journalism, Geography, Business, Literature or another related social science subject; related arts and humanities degrees may also be accepted and a 2.2 may sometimes be accepted. Relevant work experience is considered to support qualifications outside the standard requirements (upload a CV); applicants whose degree is in another subject or below a 2:1 should include a CV and/or personal statement. International applicants from non-majority English-speaking countries: IELTS Academic 6.5 overall with no component below 6.0 (other tests accepted).

Domestic applicants: GBP 11,481 a year (2027/28). Home & RUK full-time fee; part-time rates are quoted per 20 credits and are not a programme total Source

International applicants: GBP 28,275 a year (2027/28). International & EU full-time fee Source

Intake: September

Duration: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time

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