Print Journalism - MA/Postgraduate Diploma
Department of Journalism Studies, Faculty of Social Sciences
Our applied web journalism courses are highly regarded by employers. You'll learn in an environment that replicates the pressures of a professional newsroom.
About the courseMA - 1 year full time Become a top-class reporter who digs out the best stories and turns them into crisp, engaging copy against tight deadlines. You'll learn to write stories that punch their weight with every word. Initially you'll do this in pressurised workshops in the department’s newsroom, then you’ll be sent to your own 'patch' to find stories. You'll report from courtrooms and from council meetings where local politicians are taking decisions about people's lives. We'll prepare you for the multimedia environment by teaching you how to create audio and video for the web and how to use social media effectively. Entry requirementsNormally a 2:1 degree or overseas equivalent, or relevant professional experience in the case of mature applicants. Previous journalistic experience is not required but excellent writing and communication skills are essential, plus wide general knowledge and an appetite for investigation. Good computing and word processing skills are desirable. You'll need to include samples of your writing in English in a journalistic style in the supplementary section of your application. English language requirements for overseas studentsMinimum IELTS score of 7.5 overall with a minimum of 7.5 in each element. Entry requirements for international students
Core modules
Print students will also learn Teeline shorthand. Optional modules
Teaching
Assessment
You'll have the chance to sit external examinations set by the NCTJ and are strongly encouraged to do so as it helps employability Fees and fundingThere are a limited number of external bursaries for UK students from the AHRC, Scott Trust and Journalism Diversity Fund. Available journalism bursaries Financial information for postgraduate taught courses Any questions?If you'd like to know more about any aspect of our courses, contact us: Mrs Susie Whitelam |
Your careerA masters from Sheffield is the mark of someone who thinks differently. Our graduates are creative, disciplined individuals who make a difference wherever they go. Recent print journalism graduates are now employed as journalists all over the UK and in many countries overseas. Our graduates are working for The Guardian, The Independent, The Daily Mail, The Daily Mirror, The Telegraph and The Sun; and local and regional newspapers around the country. About usYou'll be taught by professionals who have worked at the highest level in newspaper, magazine, radio, television and online journalism. You'll gain professional skills that allow you to specialise, yet are flexible enough to give you a real edge in a rapidly changing multimedia world. Discussion of journalism ideas informs all our journalism degrees. We have strong industry links. You'll go on a three-day field trip to London, visiting national news organisations for briefings on current developments with senior editors and meeting politicians and political journalists. Guest lecturers from the media industries, regulators, campaigning groups and research institutes speak regularly in the department. No 1 in the UK for student satisfaction in Journalism Studies.Work experience opportunitiesThroughout your course you'll get the chance to take part in periods of work experience. Employers regularly notify us of opportunities and we have a dedicated work placement administrator who'll help find an opportunity that’s right for you.Previous students have found that work placements often lead to employment after graduation. Work experience is not a part of our theoretical courses. Professional accreditationThis course is accredited by the National Council for the Training of Journalists. Real world learning environmentOur facilities are designed to simulate a real-life working environment. The print newsroom is equipped with 30 PCs, all of which have access to the latest print production software such as Adobe Indesign, Incopy and Photoshop. Print production editors bring their expertise to newspaper exercises. You'll also have access to a Press Association newsfeed, a fax machine, telephones, daily newspapers and television news. |
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