Overview
Theoretical Journalism Studies courses at University of Groningen enable students to reflect on the nature of journalism as a profession and stimulate critical thinking about the future of news reporting.
You will study how journalism culture and developments in globalization, citizenship, politics and digital journalism interrelate, while learning how to apply appropriate research methods and theories in empirical academic research focused on understanding the field of journalism.
The English-taught Master's track in Journalism takes a year and a half and has a study load of 90 ECTS. In the first two semesters, students will take academic courses and practice journalism skills. During the third and last semester students work on their master's thesis. They also take a second research seminar or complete an internship with a news organization.
Job prospects
- The English-taught Master's track offers an excellent preparation for the job market. Most alumni work in journalism, self-employed or on a contract with a news organization.
- Others work in communication and public relations, mostly for non-profit or (semi) government organizations. Jobs in policy development and management, education and academic research are quite common as well.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Journalism Studies: Theory
- Journalism Studies: Methodology
- Journalism Skills
- Theoretical Specialization: Global Journalism
- Theoretical Specialization: Journalism and Political Culture
- Business and Ethics
Lecturers
Our Journalism Studies staff implements diverse research projects in the field of Journalism Studies, sometimes collaborating with universities such as Sheffield and Cardiff. During the Master's track you will learn about the staff's projects for example during the research seminars. You will acquire knowledge of theories and methodologies and learn to apply this in your own research projects, for example with your master's thesis.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 18 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
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Credits
Delivered
Campus Location
- Groningen, Netherlands
Disciplines
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Admission is possible with all bachelors from recognized scientific universities.
- Candidates must have obtained at least 30 ECTS in journalism-related subjects from any university. Extensive experience in journalism may also count as 'previous education', to be determined by the admissions committee.
- Additional requirements English: A VWO diploma or a subject certificate for VWO English (mark 6 or higher), the minimum requirement of TOEFL iBT 100 (with a minimum of 25 on writing skills), or IELTS 7 (with a minimum of 6.5 on all items). Cambridge C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency with a minimum score of 185. If you have a Dutch VWO degree, you do not need to submit a language test.
- Motivation letter
- CV
- Candidates will take a selection test.
Tuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents19200 EUR / year≈ 19200 EUR / year -
EU/EEA Applies to you
Applies to youEU/EEA Nationals2601 EUR / year≈ 2601 EUR / year
Living costs
Groningen
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Are you a non-EU/EEA student from Russia, India or Indonesia, starting a Master's programme at the Faculty of Arts? If so, you could qualify for the University of Groningen OTS/Talent Grant, Faculty of Arts, a partial scholarship which helps you to finance your studies.
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Scholarships Information
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