MA Journalism and International Affairs
This unique new Journalism and International Affairs programme from University College Dublin is a one-year programme that combines practical training in audio, video, digital, and social storytelling with academic expertise in international affairs.
Quick Facts
| Duration | 1 year full-time |
| Start Date | September |
| Tuition Fee | €25,000 per year |
| Location | Dublin, Ireland |
In today’s media ecosystem, journalists need to be able to produce engaging content for a savvy digital-first audience while understanding the structures and dynamics that shape global issues and relations.
This is the first English-language Masters programme CNN has co-designed in collaboration with a university partner, combining journalistic and academic excellence in an innovative curriculum that is challenging and employment-orientated.
The Journalism and International Affairs programme will equip new generations of journalists to report on critical global issues of the day, from climate change, to human rights to terrorism. It will appeal to and reward those with a passion to not only understand the world but explain it in ways that are informative and transformative.
The MA from University College Dublin will combine theoretical discussion with experiential learning to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of international news media and the skills to undertake leading roles in that environment.
The syllabus is co-created and delivered by CNN Academy and UCD Clinton Institute, connecting the classroom to the newsroom, affording direct collaboration with the news industry and access to best practices in cross-platform journalism and news production.
Courses included:
- Journalism & International
- CNN Academy Newsroom
- Research Skills and Methods
- Public Diplomacy and Soft Power
- The Global Politics of Cyber Security
- Politics and Digital Storytelling
Who should apply?
Applicants do not need to have prior experience in journalism to enrol in this MA. It provides an education and training programme for aspiring journalists while also being suitable for those seeking continuing professional development or career change. The MA will enhance career pathways, principally in the international news industry and also in sectors that value knowledge of international communications, including development, diplomacy and foreign service, activism and advocacy.
Why study with us?
UCD is consistently ranked in the top 1% of higher education institutions worldwide. In the 2022 QS World University Rankings, UCD was again named as one of the best universities globally, and was placed 173rd in the world.
UCD is the most international and diverse university in Ireland with 8,500 international students from 130 different countries. Our network of 288,000 successful and influential alumni can be found in 169 different countries around the world.
The UCD campus is one of the largest urban campuses in Europe and is situated just 5 kilometres from Ireland’s capital city of Dublin. Our students enjoy world-class teaching and learning facilities, modern and comfortable student accommodation, state-of-the art sports and fitness amenities, an Olympic sized swimming pool, a cinema, cafes and student centre all on our beautiful, nature-filled campus.