Program Overview
The Digital Journalism at National University is a MA programme in Communications & Media over 12 months, delivered Online. 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 Digital Journalism programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States 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: Online
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: USD 394 (Tuition (Module)) — International students
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Digital 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
- JRN 502 Essential Digital Competencies
- JRN 600 The New News
- JRN 605 Advanced Non-Fiction Writing
- JRN 610 Backpack Digital Audio & Video
- JRN 615 International Reporting
- JRN 620 Online Publishing
- JRN 630 Professional Editing
- JRN 640 Emerging News Business Models
- JRN 650 Computer-Assisted Research
- JRN 655 Communication Law
- JRN 656 Ethics in the New Media World
- JRN 660 Investigative Methods
- JRN 670 Producing Enterprise Projects
- JRN 680 Capstone Project
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 2.5 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
- Applicants must hold a bachelor\'s degree or higher from a regionally accredited college or university where an overall grade point average of 2.5 or better was achieved, or where a grade point average of 2.75 or higher was achieved in the last 90 quarter units
- Students with a grade point average of 2.0 to 2.49 may be admitted to the University if they have a satisfactory score on one of the following tests: GMAT, GRE, Miller Analogies Test, or an approved, standardized program-specific exam. These tests are NOT required for those with a GPA over 2.5
- Students with an undergraduate grade point average of 2.0 to 2.49 may be accepted to National University on probation (instead of taking the above tests). Students who receive a grade below "B" during their first 4.5 quarter units while on probation are disqualified and must apply to the Committee on the Application of Standards to be considered for reinstatement
- Preliminary documentation of prior education must be presented at required interview with an admissions advisor. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable
- Complete an application for admission and enrollment agreement.
- Remit a non-refundable application fee of $60
- Individual degree programs may have additional admission requirements
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 394 (Tuition (Module)) — International students
Tuition fees: USD 394 (Tuition (Module)) — International students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact National University 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 National University
National University
Manila, Philippines
National University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 12 months