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MA by Research Journalism at University of Lincoln

University of Lincoln, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Lincoln's MA by Research Journalism enables students to learn how to manage a complex research project of their choice, while demonstrating initiative and self-reliance in pursuing research goals. The Lincoln School of Film, Media and Journalism is home to a wide range of expertise in journalism, with academics comprising practising journalists, writers, and internationally recognised researchers.

Faculty: Journalism and Communications  |  Duration: Full-time: 9 to 15 months; Part-time: 18 to 30 months  |  Study mode: full-time, part-time  |  Intake: Start dates in October, February, and May  |  Location: Lincoln, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Due to the nature of postgraduate research programmes, students should expect to spend the vast majority of their time in independent study and research. Students will have meetings with their academic supervisor, however the regularity of these will vary depending on the student's own individual requirements, subject area, staff availability, and the stage of the programme.

Career pathways

This programme can extend your undergraduate accomplishments into a more specialised area. It is also a great opportunity to develop a range of valuable transferable skills that can support your career progression.

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Application information

Entry requirements

First or upper second class honours degree. Overseas students will be required to demonstrate English language proficiency equivalent to IELTS 7.0 overall, with a minimum of 6.5 in each element. For further advice on IELTS and the support available, please contact the International College by email at [email protected]. Applicants with appropriate projects will be offered an interview with the programme leader and one or more subject specialists where they can discuss the details of their research proposal.

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,238 a year (2026/27). Full-time annual fee per academic year up to thesis submission; part-time is half this rate. Source

International applicants: GBP 18,900 a year (2026/27). Full-time annual fee per academic year up to thesis submission; part-time is half this rate. Source

Intake: Start dates in October, February, and May

Duration: Full-time: 9 to 15 months; Part-time: 18 to 30 months

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