Program Overview
The Broadcast Journalism at University of the West of Scotland is a MA programme in Communications & Media over 12 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 Broadcast Journalism programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: GBP 12,600 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 5,500 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Ayr, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Broadcast 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
- News Journalism \x96 students compile and broadcast radio bulletins. Newswriting, interviewing, editing, and online content are taught. Professional voice coaching is also an important element of the module.
- Journalism Law and Regulation \x96 the main legal and regulatory issues that confront working journalists are taught and analysed.
- Television Journalism \x96 students make television packages, conduct live two-ways, write out of vision scripts, and present live television news bulletins.
- Journalism and Public Affairs \x96 students engage with the major debates surrounding the reporting of global issues, government and politics.
- Collaborative Project - a highly focused and individualized programme of professional development
- Creative Skills \x96 includes a work placement
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- University degree in any discipline or an equivalent qualification. Mature applicants with other qualifications and experience within the broadcast industry may be considered at the discretion of the Programme Leader.
- Applicants will also be expected to take a writing and voice test, as well as an interview.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 12,600 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 5,500 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 12,600 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 5,500 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of the West of Scotland 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 of the West of Scotland
University of the West of Scotland
Paisley, United Kingdom
University of the West of Scotland (UWS) is a large, modern public university in south-western Scotland and London, UK, tracing its roots back to 1897 and taking its current name in 2007 after the...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-12-17
- Start Date 2018-01-03
- Language English
- Duration 12 months