Program Overview
The Communication Sciences - Journalism at University Fernando Pessoa is a MA programme in Communications & Media over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of communications & media. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Communication Sciences - Journalism programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Portugal and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: USD 2,250 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Porto, Portugal
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Communication Sciences - Journalism programme are prepared for diverse careers in communications & media:
- Journalist
- PR Manager
- Content Strategist
- Media Producer
- Digital Marketing Manager
- Communications Officer
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Theory and compared history of journalism
- Specialized journalism I:\xa0compared cultural and scientific journalism
- Journalism laboratory I:\xa0reference daily newspapers
- Psychosociology of communication
- Scientific research methodology
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
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- Copy\nof European Union country identification document OR, if a Non European\nNational, Student Visa or Residence Permit issued by the\xc2\xa0Portuguese\nForeigners Service; \n
- Copy\nof a fiscal identification document (tax number) (for receipt purposes); \n
- Authenticated\ncopy of the Diploma or Certificate of undergraduate or graduate degree\n(see Notes 59.3 and 5.4); \n
- Authenticated\ncopy of Transcript of Records of undergraduate or graduate degree (see\nNotes 5.3 and 5.4); \n
- Updated\nCV (in\xc2\xa0Europass template); \n
- Proof\nof proficiency of the language of studies; \n
- UFP\xc2\x92s\napplication form, duly filled out \n
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 2,250 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 2,250 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University Fernando Pessoa directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University Fernando Pessoa
University Fernando Pessoa
Porto and Ponte de Lima, Portugal
Fernando Pessoa University is a private university located in Porto and Ponte de Lima, Portugal. It was founded in 1996 and named after Fernando Pessoa, a Portuguese writer and poet.
University Profile- Application Deadline 2031-07-18
- Start Date 2018-09-22
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
- Credits 120