Robert Gordon University Courses and Fees 2025

Master of Science [M.Sc] [Journalism] From Robert Gordon University

Aberdeen, ScotlandLocation
UniversitySchool type
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Master of Science [M.Sc] (Journalism)

1 year
Full Time
On Campus

Field of Study

$21,519 /Yr

£16,180 /Yr

Tuition Fees

Year1st Year Fees
Tuition Fees$21519 (GBP 16180)

Other Expenses

HeadAvg Cost Per Year
Living Expenses$22849 (GBP 17180)
Total Cost$22849 (GBP 17180)

Previous Year Tuition Fees

Year1st Year Fees
2023$18793 (GBP 14130)
2021$25374 (GBP 19078)

Important Dates

EventApplication Date
RGU International Merit based scholarship for masters students Application deadline Jun 22, 2025
GREAT Scholarship Application Deadline Jun 22, 2025
Application Deadline For September 2025 Intake Jul 7, 2025
Document Submission Deadline For September 2025 Intake Jul 27, 2025
  • MSc in Journalism at Robert Gordon University is a 1 year.
  • It is an on-campus program offered on a full-time basis.
  • At Robert Gordon University studying for the MSc Journalism Degree explores the role of radio, television, print, and online platforms, developing skills and building experience. This course will equip students with the skills, experience, and understanding to build a career in journalism which combines academic discipline with practical training.
  • The courses are ranked within the top Universities by the Complete University Guide and The Guardian University Tables.
  • A placement opportunity is also available as part of this course.
  • Key skills in journalistic writing, communication, and IT are developed along with the skills of reporting, feature writing, subbing, interviewing, and researching stories.
  • The course also covers research and analytical skills and includes the social, economic, and political roles of contemporary media and the role of the journalist in society.




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Eligibility & Entry Requirement

Academic Eligibility:

  • Students must normally hold a 2:2 undergraduate honors degree or its equivalent in any subject discipline.

Indian Students Eligibility:

  • Students must have passed Bachelors Degree with a Second Class degree* or an overall average of 55%+ from a recognized institution.
  • Students should have a GPA of 3 on 4 point scale.

Work Experience:

  • 3 years of work experience

Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test to get admission to this program.


Scores Required

6.5 / 9

Avg. Score in

IELTS

88 / 120

Avg. Score in

TOEFL

71 / 90

Avg. Score in

PTE

3 / 4

Minimum gpa

Graduation GPA


Career and Placement after Course

Job Prospects

The expanding global communications industry provides excellent career opportunities for those who are equipped with a broad range of professional, technological, and creative skills.

This course provides students with both the academic and professional knowledge and skills required to work successfully in the journalism profession or other media-based roles. The college will prepare students to become an accomplished journalists who can make sense of fast-moving situations and report a story accurately, with honesty and integrity.

Opportunities exist in broadcasting organizations such as the BBC, STV, Northsound, and Original FM.



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ProgramImportant DateTotal FeesMedian Exams ScoreAction
RGU International Merit based scholarship for masters students Application deadline (22nd Jun 2025)
GREAT Scholarship Application Deadline (22nd Jun 2025)
Application Deadline For September 2025 Intake (7th Jul 2025)
Document Submission Deadline For September 2025 Intake (27th Jul 2025)
USD 21,932 /Yr
GBP 16,490 /Yr
  • IELTS: 6.5
  • TOEFL: 88
  • PTE: 61
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USD 23,874 /Yr
GBP 17,950 /Yr
  • TOEFL: 78
  • IELTS: 6.5
  • PTE: 54

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