Program Description

The mix of broadcasting and online writing in this intensely practical course sharpens the defining elements of cutting-edge journalism. Using industry-standard facilities, you’ll take key roles on all of our media outlets. Why study MA Multimedia Journalism at BU? 

• Develop your skills in news writing, TV production, radio production, digital production, photography and web content management
• Gain an in-depth understanding of media regulation, issues with press and broadcasting freedoms and approaches to the role of journalism and journalists, along with ethical dilemmas and professional codes of conduct
• Attend weekly seminars structured in a news day format where you’ll learn how to produce your own radio and TV bulletins and packages
• Produce a portfolio of eye-catching, strikingly original stories to present to potential employers
• Publish your work on The Breaker, the news and features site run by BU’s MA Journalism students
• Benefit from BU’s close industry links through a three-week work placement with a major news organisation.

Admission Requirements

• General Requirement:-
  • Indian Students:-You need to have an Indian Bachelor’s (Honours) degree from a recognised higher education institution in a relevant subject and to have met the minimum required grades
  • Arab Students:-You are eligible to apply for a taught Master’s programme if you have: Bachelor’s degree
• The normal requirements for embarking upon this degree are:
  • A Bachelors Honours degree with 55%-60% in any subject.

IELTS Requirements

Listening	Reading	Writing	Speaking	Overall
5.5	5.5	6.5	5.5	7

Remarks:

• IELTS waiver for Indian Student:-
  • IELTS waiver is given to State Boards Only from Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka State.
  • MoI accepted if UG completed in past One year from the Course application date)
• Study Options:-1 year full-time with compulsory 3-week placement (September start), 16 months full-time with compulsory 3-week placement (January start)