About International Journalism MA in Brunel University London
Do you want to report on news from the most interesting and important parts of the world? Are you committed to a career in journalism but need the professional skills? If so, this one-year journalism postgraduate course provides excellent preparation for working across all platforms.
From the moment you start Brunel’s International Journalism degree, you will learn to deliver high-quality video, audio, online and print journalism geared towards global audiences.
Course content is designed to equip you with digital, multi-platform journalism skills and advanced understanding of the context of journalism in the fast-changing world of news media.
You will study a synthesis of practical and theoretical skills modules contextualising different forms of journalistic practice, within a framework of technological, political and cultural change. This is challenging, employment-orientated study on a leading journalism course at a London university that focusses on international reporting.
You will benefit greatly from our academic’s research strengths and excellent links with the journalism, broadcasting and publishing industries, with the option to seek a work placement during your time on the course.
Additionally, alumni and industry guest speakers will bring further insight and inspiration about what it means to work within global media.
You will also get plenty of hands-on training and practice in the University’s well-equipped media suite that mimics the recording and broadcast facilities used within the industry.
International Journalism MA will appeal to a broad range of candidates with an interest in journalism across all sectors, including print journalism, online journalism, radio journalism, TV journalism and especially in areas of convergence.
Academic qualification equivalents
English language requirements
- IELTS :6.5 (min 5.5 in all areas)
- TOEFL IBT: 90 (min R18, L17, S20, W17)
- PTE: 62 overall with 60 in each subtest
| Type of Institute |
Public |
| Campus setting |
Urban |
| Total enrolment |
16,152 |
| International students |
5792 |
| Acceptance rate |
77% |
| Mode of programs |
Full time, online |
| Number of programs |
300+ |
| English language proficiency |
IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, Trinity ISE, Duolingo |
| Accommodation |
Available |
| Financial Aid |
Scholarship, grants, bursaries |
| Official website |
www.brunel.ac.uk |
Brunel University Cost of Attendance
The estimated cost of attendance including living costs and tuition fees are tabulated below:
| Programs |
Fees in GBP |
| Biomedical Sciences (Biochemistry) BSc |
19,855 |
| Games Design and Creative Writing BA |
17,875 |
| Chemical Engineering BEng |
19,855 |
| MSc Data Science and Analytics |
19,855 |
| Project and Infrastructure Management MSc |
19,855 |
Brunel University London Living Costs
| Expenses |
Cost for UG students in GBP |
Cost for PG students in GBP |
| Accommodation (on campus) |
435-550 |
433 |
| Accommodation (off campus, not including bills) |
360-450 |
370-450 |
| Bills (off campus) |
30 |
30 |
| Food and groceries |
150 |
150 |
| Travel |
30 |
30 |
| Study costs (books and equipment) |
15 |
140 |
| clothes |
35 |
65 |
| Hobbies |
25 |
15 |
| Social activities |
100 |
130 |
| Total |
785-975 |
1,099-1,699 |
