Journalism (NCTJ) - MA

Birmingham City University · Birmingham, United Kingdom

MAEnglish90 ECTS1 yearOn CampusFull-time

The Journalism (NCTJ) - MA programme at Birmingham City University (Faculty of Media, Arts and Humanities) is a MA programme delivered in English over 1 years (2 semesters) (90 ECTS (180 UK credits)). This Master programme in Journalism covers multimedia reporting, investigative journalism, digital media production, media ethics, and international news. Students develop editorial, research, and broadcast production competencies. Graduates work in broadcast media, print journalism, digital media, and public relations.

Key facts

Tuition (EU / EEA students): £19,630/year
Tuition (Non-EU students): £19,630/year
Application deadlines (EU / EEA students): 2027-06-30
Application deadlines (Non-EU students): 2027-06-30
Duration: 1 year
ECTS credits: 90
Language: English
Study format: On Campus
Starts: 01 September 2027
Intake: Sep 2027

Application deadlines

EU / EEA students

2027-06-30

Non-EU students

2027-06-30

Programme overview

DegreeMA
Duration1 year
ECTS90
LanguageEnglish
Study formatOn Campus
PaceFull-time
CountryUnited Kingdom
FacultyFaculty of Media, Arts and Humanities

Official university

Birmingham City University

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What will it actually cost?

Tuition plus the legal minimum proof-of-funds for United Kingdom, over 1 year of study.

EU & Non-EU	Tuition	Living	Total
EU & Non-EU	£19,630	—	needs the fee

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