This MA programme is designed to equip you with the core practical and theoretical skills of journalism and electronic communications, preparing you to work in the communication industries or a related career. It will also help you develop the ability to reflect critically on the nature and limitations of news coverage.

You’ll undertake in-depth study of UK law and public affairs,(including media law and regulation), as commonly required by prospective employers in mainstream UK journalism.

In addition to your Master’s Extended Journalism Project, you’ll undertake compulsory modules that will arm you with practical skills, give you an understanding of ethical journalism, and help you see the role of the media from a broader perspective. You’ll also select an optional module to further your specific interests.

You will practice  interviewing, reporting, video, radio and broadcast production and learn how to develop and structure news stories for different media. The course includes a number of talks by invited professionals as well as visits, which in the past have included political and media destinations, both locally and in London.

Our School is home to internationally recognised experts, and you will have access to their knowledge in the fields of public affairs, politics, international relations and cultural change.

PLACEMENT YEAR AND STUDY ABROAD

You will have the opportunity to take part in a short media-related study visit to a European destination. In the past, this has been to Belgium, and has included the opportunity to work for a day with students at a sister institution there.

AFTER THE COURSE

Previous UEA journalism graduates have gone on to develop dynamic careers in news and sports journalism, local radio and TV, programme presentation, and online journalism and investigation, both in the UK and around the world.

Graduates have gone on to a wide range of journalism or production roles. Some work in radio, video or print news production for major UK media groups or broadcasters, while another took on a press and public relations role within a national sports body. Others have secured practical internships in the UK immediately following the course, which have helped get their careers on the road.

CAREER DESTINATIONS

• Journalism: writing, media production and reporting

• Presentation and reporting

• Broadcasting – TV and radio

• Production for online or social media

• Public relations or political communication

• Further study or teaching