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    An in-depth guide to studying journalism as an international student.

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    Journalism degrees abroad

    Journalism is the reporting of events and current affairs that matter to a given audience. Studying journalism abroad will give you insight into how it varies across the world and using different media. You can learn about broadcast, print and digital journalism focusing on how these mediums developed and their future.

    Journalism can be studied all over the world but a country’s media laws may have an effect on how the journalism degree is taught and the content of the program.

    Journalism program structure

    In the US liberal arts model you would study journalism as part of your bachelor’s degree, focusing on it as a major or minor. For this you will need to spend a set number of credits on journalism specific modules. At master’s level you are able to study journalism as a stand alone subject. In the UK however, you are able to study journalism as a degree by itself at all levels of study.

    When deciding on where to study journalism it’s important to consider the practical experience offered by a university, for example journalism internships, placements or work experience. Another consideration will be the access to facilities that a university has such as radio studios, and filming equipment.

    Depending on your program, Journalism degrees usually involve practical classes using a mixture of broadcast equipment and writing. There will also be lectures, seminars, tutorials and personal study time.

    The structure and content of a journalism program will be very different depending on the country and specific university you are studying in. Some of the modules and electives you may study journalism in include the following:

    • Media law
    • Journalism and society
    • Storytelling
    • Journalism and ethics
    • Broadcast journalism
    • Journalism and photography
    Journalism program structure

    In the US liberal arts model you would study journalism as part of your bachelor’s degree, focusing on it as a major or minor. For this you will need to spend a set number of credits on journalism specific modules. At master’s level you are able to study journalism as a stand alone subject. In the UK however, you are able to study journalism as a degree by itself at all levels of study.

    When deciding on where to study journalism it’s important to consider the practical experience offered by a university, for example journalism internships, placements or work experience. Another consideration will be the access to facilities that a university has such as radio studios, and filming equipment.

    Depending on your program, Journalism degrees usually involve practical classes using a mixture of broadcast equipment and writing. There will also be lectures, seminars, tutorials and personal study time.

    The structure and content of a journalism program will be very different depending on the country and specific university you are studying in. Some of the modules and electives you may study journalism in include the following:

    • Media law
    • Journalism and society
    • Storytelling
    • Journalism and ethics
    • Broadcast journalism
    • Journalism and photography

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    Journalism study abroad programs

    Journalism undergraduate programs

    Bachelor's in journalism

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      Media Communications and Journalism - BSc (Hons) London Metropolitan University, UK

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      3 years
      Annual tuition fee
      12,700 GBP

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      September
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      Journalism - BA University of South Carolina, USA

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      4 years
      Annual tuition fee
      33,928 USD

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      August, January
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      Broadcast Journalism - BA (Hons) University of the West of England - UWE Bristol, UK

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      3 years
      Annual tuition fee
      13,000 GBP

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      September
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      Communication (Journalism/Public Relations) - BA Monmouth University, USA

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      4 years
      Annual tuition fee
      37,438 USD

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      September, January
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      Communication - Journalism - BA William Paterson University, USA

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      4 years
      Annual tuition fee
      21,768 USD

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      January, September
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    Associate in journalism

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      Journalism (for Transfer) - AA Laney College, USA

      Program type
      Associate
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      7,950 USD

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      August, June, January
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      Journalism (for Transfer) - AA San Jose City College, USA
      • Blended learning

      Program type
      Associate
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      8,138 USD

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      January, August
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    Diploma in journalism

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      Communications, Culture, and Journalism Studies (Kelowna Campus) - Dip Okanagan College, Canada

      Program type
      Undergraduate diploma
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      14,440 CAD

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      January, September
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      Journalism - OCADip Centennial College, Canada

      Program type
      Undergraduate diploma
      Duration
      3 years
      Annual tuition fee
      16,531 CAD

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      September
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      Journalism - Dip Sheridan College, Canada

      Program type
      Undergraduate diploma
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      22,954 CAD

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      September
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    Pathway in journalism

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      Public Relations with Journalism (Foundation) - FD Leeds Beckett University, UK

      Program type
      Undergraduate pathway
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      10,900 GBP

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      September, January
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    Journalism graduate programs

    Master's in journalism

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      Communication & Journalism - MA University of Wyoming, USA

      Program type
      Master's
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      15,500 USD

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      September, May
      Show program overview about Communication & Journalism
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      Communications and Journalism - MA University of Gloucestershire, UK

      Program type
      Master's
      Duration
      1 year
      Annual tuition fee
      13,200 GBP

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      January, September
      Show program overview about Communications and Journalism
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      Digital Media and Communications: Journalism and Social Media Publishing - MA University of Nicosia, Cyprus

      Program type
      Master's
      Duration
      18 months
      Annual tuition fee
      6,930 EUR

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      February, September, June
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      International Journalism - MSc University of Stirling, UK

      Program type
      Master's
      Duration
      1 year
      Annual tuition fee
      15,950 GBP

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      September
      Show program overview about International Journalism
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      Investigative Journalism - MA Arizona State University, USA

      Program type
      Master's
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      27,200 USD

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      August
      Show program overview about Investigative Journalism
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    Doctorate in journalism

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      Communications and Journalism - PhD University of Gloucestershire, UK

      Program type
      Doctorate
      Duration
      3 years
      Annual tuition fee
      13,200 GBP

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      September, January
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    Diploma in journalism

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      Journalism - PGDip RMIT University, Australia

      Program type
      Postgraduate diploma
      Duration
      1 year
      Annual tuition fee
      24,000 AUD

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      July, February
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      Journalism - Broadcast - OCDip Fanshawe College, Canada

      Program type
      Postgraduate diploma
      Duration
      14 months
      Annual tuition fee
      17,664 CAD

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      September
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      Journalism, Media and Communications - PGDip University of Tasmania, Australia

      Program type
      Postgraduate diploma
      Duration
      1 year
      Annual tuition fee
      30,450 AUD

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      February, July
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    Certificate in journalism

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      Broadcast Journalism - Television News - OCGCert Fanshawe College, Canada

      Program type
      Postgraduate certificate
      Duration
      1 year
      Annual tuition fee
      17,430 CAD

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      September
      Show program overview about Broadcast Journalism - Television News
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      Contemporary Journalism - PGCert Centennial College, Canada

      Program type
      Postgraduate certificate
      Duration
      1 year
      Annual tuition fee
      16,531 CAD

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      September
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      Journalism - OCGCert Humber College Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning, Canada

      Program type
      Postgraduate certificate
      Duration
      3 years
      Annual tuition fee
      15,412 CAD

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      September
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      Journalism: New Media - PGCert Sheridan College, Canada

      Program type
      Postgraduate certificate
      Duration
      8 months
      Annual tuition fee
      24,270 CAD

      Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

      Start date
      September
      Show program overview about Journalism: New Media
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    Future journalism careers

    You gain a lot of transferable skills when studying journalism including critical thinking, storytelling, writing, and knowledge of media law. There are loads of options for future careers, including:

    • Broadcast journalist
    • Subject-specific journalist
    • Editor
    • Reporter
    • Presenter
    • Producer
    • Researcher

    Finding a career in journalism can be very competitive and a lot of the time comes down to gaining experience. Journalism graduates should aim to gain as much experience as they can while still studying including extracurricular media activities, or internships and placements during university holidays.