Entry Requirements Information
    Journalism,MSc
    Duration12 month(s)
    Tuition Fee
    GBP 24,503 / Year
    Next IntakeSeptember 21, 2026

    Journalism,MSc

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    Why study Journalism at Leeds Beckett University...

    1. Specialist facilities – there’s a dedicated newsroom, TV and radio studios and high-definition cameras
    2. Study journalism from within Leeds Business School– you’ll benefit from our industry connections and contacts
    3. Showcase your best work – including on our website dedicated to student journalism
    4. Professional Journalism Development module – prepare for a career in the media industry
    5. Gain industry insight - through Leeds Business School guest lecture series

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Entry requirements

    Applicants should either have at least a second class honours degree or have equivalent experience or training, normally from within the work environment.

    Applicants who do not have English as their first language are required to have IELTS 6.5 with no skill below 6.5 or an equivalent award.

    All applications should be supported by a reference, either academic or professional; you can download our reference template for completion.

    All applicants should satisfy our English Language requirements. Please note the IELTS requirement for this course are IELTS 6.5 with no skill below 6.5. Further details about acceptable equivalent qualifications can be found on our International Student information pages.

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    MSc

    Journalism

    Entry requirements

    Applicants should either have at least a second class honours degree or have equivalent experience or training, normally from within the work environment.

    Applicants who do not have English as their first language are required to have IELTS 6.5 with no skill below 6.5 or an equivalent award.

    All applications should be supported by a reference, either academic or professional; you can download our reference template for completion.

    All applicants should satisfy our English Language requirements. Please note the IELTS requirement for this course are IELTS 6.5 with no skill below 6.5. Further details about acceptable equivalent qualifications can be found on our International Student information pages.

    IELTS

    All applicants should satisfy our English Language requirements. Please note the IELTS requirement for this course are IELTS 6.5 with no skill below 6.5. Further details about acceptable equivalent qualifications can be found on our International Student information pages.

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 54
    • IELTSMin 6
    • TOEFLMin 89

    Career

    Career prospects

    There’s a lot to consider when choosing a course. Take a look at the team you’ll be working with, employability statistics and career prospects to help make up your mind.

    In today's news gathering operations, you need to be able to work both in print and digitally. Having undertaken the news and feature writing modules on my course, I know exactly how to write a feature when I need to and I am just as comfortable when I have to sub-edit some news copy.

    Hannah Robinson Content editor, Hull Daily Mail

    Guest lecture events

    Gain insight and network at our guest lecture events

    Leeds Business School hosts guest lectures open to students, businesses, professionals, alumni and staff. Gain insight from industry experts, leading business figures and entrepreneurs who are invited to speak across a range of subjects including business and management, leadership, marketing, PR, economics, finance, accounting, and HR.

    Find out about any future events by visiting our events pages.

    Sean Dodson

    Course Director / Leeds Business School

    Senior lecturer and postgraduate leader in journalism at Leeds Beckett University. A judge of the 2012 Orwell prize.

    View Staff Profile

    Career Prospects

    Instilled with an international perspective on media law, ethics and regulation, you will have the expertise and confidence to conduct research, develop contacts and write editorial for global audiences on a variety of topics. You could forge a career in journalism, PR, social media, communications, digital marketing, SEO or brand management across many different industries, while specific roles could include editor, reporter, including foreign correspondent, or feature writer.

    • Editor
    • Reporter
    • Feature writer
    • Correspondent

    Beckett Careers Team

    Our careers service is not just there for undergraduates, we support our postgraduate taught and research students too.

    Your postgraduate degree will boost your CV and help you stand out from the crowd. Whether you're just starting out on your chosen career path, changing careers or moving to the next level, we can provide you with expert advice and resources to help you take the next steps to achieving your goals.

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    24,503 / year

    Journalism,MSc

    Leeds Beckett University

    Leeds Beckett University

    United Kingdom

    United Kingdom, Leeds