Overview
Gain a Master's in Journalism while you earn a salary on this distance learning Senior Journalist Master’s Degree Apprenticeship – developed with the NCTJ (National Council for the Training of Journalists) and employers including the BBC, Guardian News and Media, Haymarket Media Group, Reach Plc and Sky News.
Course highlights
- Learn advanced journalism skills as you build on your degree, journalism diploma or journalism apprenticeship
- Develop the abilities you need to be a senior leader in a newsroom or communications team
- Master the technical skills you need to deliver reports using different types of media including video
- Get bespoke support from a workplace mentor and your course tutor
- Use the latest professional software including Photoshop, InDesign and Premiere Pro
- Spend at least 20% of your time studying towards your Master's, even out of term time
- Get tuition fees paid by the Government or your employer pay your tuition fees
Careers and opportunities
Because this degree apprenticeship has been developed with the NCTJ and major employers, you'll gain the skills and knowledge needed for a successful journalism or communications career.
When you complete your apprenticeship, you'll have the experience and qualifications to go on to more senior positions such as:
- chief reporter
- specialist journalists
- news editor
- press officer
- communications manager
After you leave the University, you can get help, advice and support for up to 5 years from our Careers and Employability service as you advance in your career.
