MA in Journalism in Grangegorman Ireland | Technological University Dublin

Technological University Dublin | Grangegorman Ireland
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
EUR 13,500
(c. USD15,676.07)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months

The MA Journalism program at TU Dublin's School of Media builds upon a 50-year legacy of innovation in journalism education. As the field evolves, this dynamic course adapts while maintaining core fundamentals of cross-platform reporting, production, and editing - spanning video journalism, radio, podcasting, and digital news. Students engage in comprehensive learning through instruction, hands-on training, real-world practice, diverse assignments, seminars, tutorials, collaborative projects, self-directed study, and research. (The program also includes an industry placement component).

High-quality journalism from thoughtful, analytical professionals plays a vital role in sustaining democratic societies. This program cultivates versatile journalists with critical thinking skills and a deep appreciation for journalism's societal function. Alumni have established careers with media outlets in Ireland and internationally, as well as in social media firms and other sectors that prize exceptional communication abilities.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 7.5

Qualification Requirements

Applicants should have an honours bachelor degree (2.2 grade or higher), or equivalent, in any relevant discipline. Non-standard applications are also considered. Applicants may be required to attend an interview. A short-list is then drawn up and successful applicants are sent first-round offers. If any places are not taken up, these are offered to applicants on a reserve list.

The following English language proficiency tests and scores are acceptable:

  • ETAPP: C1 (or higher)
  • TOEFL Paper Based Test (DIT Code 0281): 550
  • TOEFL Computer Based Test (DIT Code 0281): 213
  • TOEFL Internet Based Test: 92
  • IELTS Score: 7.5
  • GCE O Level English: Grade C
  • GCSE English: Grade C
  • Irish Leaving Certificate Ordinary Level: Grade D
  • Norwegian Vitnemal: Grade Average 4
  • Pearson PTE Academic 62
  • Cambridge English Language Examinations: 180+ on Cambridge English scale with no less than 175 in each skill and use of English i.e.
  • Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE): Grade C (CEFR Level C1 or C2)
  • Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English (CAE): Grade C (CEFR Level C1 or C2)
  • Cambridge First Certificate in English (FCE): Grade A (CEFR Level C1)

Tuition EUR 13,500

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