About International Journalism, MA in Swansea University
The MA in International Journalism provides a dynamic and robust approach to teaching contemporary journalism through the lens of globalisation and digitalisation.
Our interdisciplinary and cross-cultural methods draw on expertise in media and communication studies.
You will refine your knowledge and understanding of journalism in 21st century society through practical skills and journalistic production techniques, exploring specific practice from theoretical and analytical perspectives.
Graduates of this course go on to successful and rewarding careers in journalism, media, communication and PR, broadcasting and publishing.
WHY INTERNATIONAL JOURNALISM AT SWANSEA?
Swansea University has an established profile for teaching journalism.
Based on our energising Singleton Park campus, in parkland overlooking Swansea Bay, we have the expertise and full range of modern facilities to ensure your learning is as up to the minute as possible.
Designed to promote individual and collaborative research activity of international standard, the Graduate Centre provides a supportive environment for postgraduate research and taught masters study.
Postgraduate training is available to enhance academic and professional development, as well as seminar programmes, workshops and international conferences.
You will study a set number of 20-credit modules before taking a 60-credit dissertation project or an individual journalism project in the second part of the course.
Modules include global media, comparative journalism, the digital revolution, risk reporting and professional and promotional writing.
You decide the subject of your dissertation together with a tutor. The dissertation component allows you to write a 20,000 word dissertation or undertake an individual journalism project drawing upon issues and themes developed over the year.
The typical entry requirement is a first degree in a relevant discipline, normally a lower second (average 55 per cent) or above or equivalent. Overseas students are expected to possess an IELTS score of 6.5
For applicants whose first language is not English we require a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 (or equivalent).
Typically we recognise a 75% average in Standard XII .
This can be awarded by:
- Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)
- Council for the Indian School Certificate (CISCE)
- National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS)
- Various state boards
- Autonomous schools
Actual grades required will vary depending on exam board.
Swansea University Highlights
Type of learning |
On-campus |
Type of degrees |
Bachelors, Masters |
No. of campuses |
2 |
Application Season |
Various intakes round the year |
On-campus housing |
Available |
Financial Aid |
Available as Scholarships and Awards |
Work Study |
Available for international students |
Swansea University Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses
An estimated budget for aspirants consisting of expenses like accommodation, travel and stay required to study in the UK is as compiled below. Note that an annual budget for undergraduates and graduates of the university is approximately 7500 GBP and 9500 GBP, respectively.
Swansea University Tuition Fee
The tuition fees vary from course to course for both graduate and undergraduate degrees. Fee for some of the course is:
- Social Work & Graduate Entry in Medicine (GEM): 9,000 GBP.
- Nursing, Midwifery, Paramedic Science and Healthcare courses: 9,000 GBP.
- Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL): 7950 GBP.
Swansea University Cost of living
Other expenses apart from the tuition fee are as mentioned below.
Private Residence Costs
Expenditure |
Cost per week |
Cost per academic year (40 weeks) |
Rent |
80.00 – 110.00 |
3200.00 – 4400.00 |
Meals |
- |
2,000 to 3,000 |
Contents Insurance |
2.75 |
110.00 |
Broadband |
4.60 |
184.00 |
Travel Costs |
9.00 |
360.00 |
Swansea University Course Costs
Course Costs |
Costs per Week |
Cost per academic year (40 weeks) |
Books |
8.36 |
334.40 |
Printing and Binding |
1.10 |
44.00 |
Course Equipment |
1.75 |
70.00 |
Field Trips |
1.35 – 30.00 |
54.00 – 1200.00 |