Journalism courses

Liverpool John Moores University

MA International Journalism in Liverpool John Moores University

  • Duration : 1 Years
  • Intake : Sep
  • Level : Postgraduate
  • Tuition & fees : £ 15,600 Per Year
  • IELTS : 6.0
  • TOEFL : 78
  • PTE : 0
  • University Course Details URL : Visit Website


About MA International Journalism in Liverpool John Moores University

  • The world is changing rapidly with exciting developments as well as significant challenges. There has never been a greater need for well-educated and well trained journalists to report global news
  • You will receive practical training in multi-media journalism skills, including print, online and broadcast journalism
  • You will practise your professional skills in the industry-standard newsrooms, TV studios and radio booths in the £38 million Redmonds Building in Liverpool city centre
  • The course helps you understand international relations and global issues that are regularly reported in the news
  • You will learn how the media systems operate in different parts of the world
  • You are taught by staff with many years of journalism experience from a wide range of national and international news organisations
  • Watch the programme presentation
  • Staff have close links with the BBC, Granada TV, Sky News, Sky Sports, Channel 5 News and many other media companies
  • Opportunities for internships with various media and news organisations
  • You will also develop your research skills that can be useful for your careers and/or further study (e.g. PhD degree)
  • This course is suitable for both UK and international students
  • Our graduates have been employed by many media organisations in the UK and around the world, including the United States, Norway, Switzerland, Italy, Germany, Austria, Spain, China, India, Pakistan, Malaysia and other countries.

The course is suitable for students from a variety of subject areas. You will receive excellent training in multi-media journalism within a broader international context. The programme will develop your ability to report global news and your skills to work as an international journalist in a digital era.

​​​​​​Entry Requirements

  • Holders of a bachelor degree with pass rate of 53% will be considered for direct admission to postgraduate courses.

English language requirements 

  • IELTS :6.0 Overall with 5.5 in each component

  • TOEFL IB : 78 Overall with R18, W17, L17, S20

Liverpool John Moores University Highlights

Type Public University
Campus Setting Urban
Establishment year 1823
Location Liverpool, England
Student population 23,200
Faculties 5
Student to faculty ratio 15:1
Accommodation Available
Application mode Online
Document submission mode Online
Courses offered UG bachelor, PG masters PhD; certificates, dual degrees, distance learning, foundation+
Official website www.ljmu.ac.uk
International scholarships Available
Work study Available

Liverpool John Moores University Cost of Attendance

Given here is a detailed breakdown of the basic expenses.

For Undergraduate Students
Foundation programmes GBP 11,000
Classroom Based GBP 15,600
Laboratory based GBP 16,100
Industrial placement year GBP 3,650
For Graduate Students
Laboratory based GBP 16,100
Classroom based GBP 15,600

The weekly living expenses are tabulated below:

Type of accommodation Price
Standard shared bathroom GBP 90
Bronze En-suite GBP 127
Standard En-suite GBP 112-114
Self-contained studio GBP 169

 

Know more about Studying in UK

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Average Accomodation & Food Costs in UK £850 to £1,050 a month
Entrance Exams in UK TOEFL: 88 | IELTS: 6.5 | PTE: 59 | GMAT: 590
Work and Study in UK Permitted for 20 hours/week with a valid study permit.
Post Study Work Permit in UK 2 Year after graduation depending on the course.
Cost of Student Visa in UK £348
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Fees components - (1st year Fees and expense)

Tuition & fees :

£ 15,600

Total

£ 15,600