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    Journalism and Media Studies MA

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    Brighton, GBMAIn-person1 year
    £23,500.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo

    Journalism and Media Studies MA at University of Sussex is a 1-year, in-person MA program based in Brighton, GB. Tuition is £23,500.

    About the program

    Explores contexts, forms, content and ethics of journalism and media through theory and practice. Develops journalistic skills for multimedia contexts including print and digital journalism, with focus on media power, global news industries, and AI transitions.

    Focus: coursework
    16th in the UK for Communication and Media Studies (Complete University Guide 2025)
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2026
    Aug 1, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    optional
    Min Standard level (6.0 overall, including at least 5.5 in each component). For tests taken from 21 January 2026: Standard level (4 overall, including at least 4 in Listening, 4 in Reading, 4 in Speaking, 4 in Writing). For tests taken before 21 January 2026: Standard level (80 overall, including at least 17 in Listening, 18 in Reading, 20 in Speaking, 17 in Writing).
    IELTS
    optional
    Min Standard level (6.0 overall, including at least 5.5 in each component).

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    2 years Graduate Route (UK)

    £13,632.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Journalism and Media Studies MA at University of Sussex cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Journalism and Media Studies MA at University of Sussex is £23,500.
    Is Journalism and Media Studies MA at University of Sussex online or in-person?
    Journalism and Media Studies MA at University of Sussex is offered in-person.
    How long does Journalism and Media Studies MA at University of Sussex take to complete?
    Journalism and Media Studies MA at University of Sussex is structured around 1 year.
    What GPA is required for Journalism and Media Studies MA at University of Sussex?
    Per the program's published guidance: upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree or above
    What work-permit options follow Journalism and Media Studies MA at University of Sussex?
    Post-completion work rights for Journalism and Media Studies MA at University of Sussex: 2 years Graduate Route (UK)