The Masters Degree in Journalism & International Affairs at University College Dublin is designed for aspiring journalists and communicators who seek to understand and report on complex global issues with both practical skill and academic depth. In today's interconnected world, the ability to produce engaging, multi-platform content while grasping the intricacies of international relations, politics, and conflict is paramount. This programme equips you with the essential journalistic techniques and the critical analytical framework needed to navigate and explain the challenges of global affairs, from digital storytelling to the politics of cyber security. You will engage in a rigorous full-time, on-campus learning experience over one year, blending theoretical knowledge with hands-on practice.
Through modules such as Journalism & International Affairs, CNN Academy Newsroom, and Research Skills and Methods, you will develop expertise in areas like public diplomacy, digital politics, and war and globalisation. You will work alongside industry professionals and academics, culminating in practical projects like podcast production, video storytelling, and potentially a multimedia thesis. Upon graduation, you will be prepared for impactful careers in international news, media production, and global communications, leveraging your enhanced understanding of global affairs and your honed reporting abilities.