Master of Arts in Journalism, Technological University Dublin

Dublin, Leinster

12 Months

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About this course

The MA Journalism at TU Dublin is a comprehensive program that prepares students for a career in journalism across multiple platforms, including video, radio, podcasting, and online news. Rooted in over 50 years of journalism education tradition, the course emphasizes both practice and theory, integrating skills training with critical understanding of journalism's role in society. It combines tuition, practical experience, assignments, seminars, and industry placement to produce reflective and multi-skilled journalists, equipped to adapt to the evolving media landscape.

Why this course is highly recommended

This course is ideal for students who want to develop a broad skill set in journalism and media practice, supported by a history of excellence in journalism education. With industry-relevant training, a work placement, and access to professional facilities, students graduate as competent, critically aware practitioners ready for diverse media roles – from traditional journalism to social media and digital content creation.

Specialisation

The program is divided into three key strands: Professional Formation, Journalism Studies, and Dissertation. Students develop essential journalism skills such as writing, editing, audio, and video production, while also exploring journalism's social and historical context. With electives like Landmarks Journalism Project and International Reporting, students can tailor their learning experience to specific interests, including international media topics.

Course fees

Application fees

1st year tuition fees

12.19L

Living cost

Degree requirements

Applicants should have an honours bachelor degree with a minimum of a 2.2 grade or higher in any relevant discipline. Non-standard applications are also considered. For non-native English speakers, proof of English proficiency is required, typically a minimum IELTS (Academic) score of 7.5 overall, with at least 6 in each component. Interviews may be part of the selection process.

English language test

IELTS

7.5

PTE

TOEFL

DUOLINGO

130

Career prospects

Graduates of this program can pursue roles in a wide range of media outlets, including broadcast and online news organizations, newspapers, magazines, radio, and TV stations. They are prepared to work as reporters, presenters, sub-editors, feature writers, producers, researchers, and communications specialists, in both Ireland and abroad, including social-media companies and NGOs.

FAQs

What kind of work experience is included in the course?

The course includes a work placement arranged in consultation with students to ensure relevance and fit with their interests and career goals.

What facilities are available for students?

Students have access to a dedicated virtual newsroom laboratory with computers, software such as Microsoft Office, Pro-tools, image editing, radio and TV studios, videos, cameras, and portable recording equipment.