The MA Journalism at the University of Galway is designed for aspiring journalists eager to master the essential multimedia skills required for success in today's dynamic media landscape. You will explore core journalistic principles, from reporting economics and politics to understanding global media and society, while developing expertise in social and digital production. This postgraduate program equips you with the critical thinking and practical abilities needed to navigate and contribute meaningfully to the evolving world of journalism, preparing you for impactful careers.
You will study this Masters Degree full-time on campus over one year, immersing yourself in a hands-on learning environment. The curriculum includes intensive multimedia newsdays, essential media law, and a significant research component, allowing you to tailor your studies through electives like features journalism, data journalism and visualisation, or business and financial journalism. You will graduate with a comprehensive portfolio and the advanced reporting, digital production, and analytical skills sought after by leading media organisations worldwide.