Master of Journalism and Communication (2 Years)

University of New South Wales (UNSW Sydney)

The UNSW Master of Journalism and Communication is a two-year full-time postgraduate university degree in contemporary journalism, media studies and communications. This master’s degree will empower you with the hands-on skills and theoretical knowledge to understand and shape the global news media and communication industries.

Key features

Make an impact

Through this degree, you’ll learn the concepts that underpin ethical journalism and put them into practice through professional experience. Alongside this, you’ll have the opportunity to take electives with experts in the humanities, including globalisation, politics and climate change.

Research project

In your final semester of study, you'll have the option to devise and independently undertake a major research project.

Prepare for the professional world

Through our student-led news platform, Newsworthy you’ll have the opportunity to build a portfolio of real-world journalism. As you learn by doing, you’ll be mentored by seasoned industry professionals, including Connie Levett, former Digital Editor at The Sydney Morning Herald.

You’ll also undertake a media internship as part of the degree through which you’ll gain up to 150 hours work experience with a host organisation, giving you industry experience and connections.