M.A Journalism and Media Communications at University Of Hertfordshire [UH], Hatfield Fees, Entry Requirement & Application Deadline

Master of Arts [M.A] [Journalism and Media Communications] From University of Hertfordshire

Hatfield, EnglandLocation
UniversitySchool type
Estd1952established year
17555enrollment
Public
Partner [14 Courses]
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Master of Arts [M.A] (Journalism and Media Communications)

1 year
Full Time
On Campus
College Partner

$20,549 /Yr

£15,450 /Yr

Tuition Fees

Year1st Year Fees
Tuition Fees$20549 (GBP 15450)

Other Expenses

HeadAvg Cost Per Year
Room$11865 (GBP 8921)
Food$3034 (GBP 2281)

Previous Year Tuition Fees

Year1st Year Fees
2022$19618 (GBP 14750)
2021$25418 (GBP 19111)

Important Dates

you can apply any time, admission take place on a first come, first serve basis.
  • The University of Hertfordshire offers a MA in Journalism and Media Communications with a duration of 1 year.
  • The program is a course-based and delivered on-campus.
  • The program is available on a full-time (1 year) and part-time (2 years) basis.
  • This course is partnered with the Public Relations and Communications Association (PRCA), giving access to networking and tailored speaker sessions, as well as accreditation upon graduation.
  • This Masters's course aims to prepare students in both practice and analysis of global journalism and media. 
  • During the course students will explore the synergies between social media, PR, and journalism, focusing on current media practice and the technologies of convergence.
  • Some of the modules students will study are:
    • Corporate Communication, PR and Advertising 
    • Media Production
    • Research Methods 1: Critical and Theoretical Debates
    • Research Methods 2: Advanced Research Skills
    • Writing for Magazines
    • Media Dissertation
    • Work Placement
    • Sports Journalism
    • Advanced Media Research
  • Graduates have taken placements at organizations including the BBC and The Sunday Times. 
  • Graduates have gone on work in a variety of media roles such as Press Officers, Social Media Analysts, and Journalists for organizations including BBC, Sharp, Subway, and Euromonitor.
  • The student-faculty ratio is 4:5.
  • According to payscale, the average salary goes up to 68,897 USD.

Eligibility & Entry Requirement

Academic Eligibility:

  • Bachelor's degree (honours) from a recognized institution or an equivalent degree from the university in Humanities or a Business subject.

Indian Student Eligibility:

Indian students are eligible to apply if they meet one of the following eligibility criteria:

  • Completed the undergraduate degree in Humanities or a Business subject from a recognized institution.

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.


Scores Required

6 / 9

Avg. Score in

IELTS

79 / 120

Avg. Score in

TOEFL

59 / 90

Avg. Score in

PTE

120 / 160

Avg. Score in

Duolingo


Required Document List

Following are the required Documents:

  • Test Scores: Official TOEFL or IELTS English proficiency exam test scores and other tests Score.
  • Certificate and Documents: ATAS Certificate (certain courses only) and also a copy of the passport photo page
  • Evidence: Immigration History Evidence (inc. any visa refusals, previous Tier 4 visa held, etc)
  • Transcripts: Academic Transcripts and Certificates (Front & Back)
  • References: 
    • For applicants for undergraduate programs, students must provide one signed academic reference on headed paper.
    • For applicants for postgraduate programs, students must provide two signed academic references on the headed paper.
  • Personal Statement: When considering what to include, think about the following.
    • The reason for applying for the course
    • The reason for applying to the University of Hertfordshire
    • The reasons for applying to a UK university
    • The career aspirations and how the course fits in with this
  • Certificate: ATAS Certificate (certain courses only)

Ranking

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Arts 401 out of 601 in Global Ranking
( #27 out of 79 in UK 2025)

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Career and Placement after Course

Career opportunities are:

  • Fashion Photographer.
  • Film Director.
  • TV Correspondent.
  • Producer.
  • Radio Jockey/ RJ.
  • Screenwriter.
  • Sound Engineer.
  • Sound Mixer and Sound Recordist.


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