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MA/MS in Journalism (English taught)

Rijksuniversiteit Groningen

Groningen, Groningen, Netherlands•World Rank #99

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MA/MS in Journalism (English taught) is a master's degree in Humanities & Cultural Studies programme offered by Rijksuniversiteit Groningen in Groningen, Netherlands. The programme runs for 1.5 years. It carries 90.0 credits (ECTS). Teaching is in English. Tuition for international students is EUR 19,900 per year (EUR 2,694 per year for local students). The next intake is Sep 2027, starting September 1, 2027.

At a glance

Degree: Master's Degree
Field: Humanities & Cultural Studies
Duration: 1.5 years
Credits: 90.0 (ECTS)
Language: English
Local tuition: EUR 2,694 / year
International tuition: EUR 19,900 / year
Next intake: Sep 2027 · Sep 01, 2027

Information for the 2027/28 academic year · Last reviewed May 2026 ·

Program details

Overview

Are you passionate about news and do you want to report and analyze current affairs? Do you want to know why journalism is transforming so quickly nowadays?
This internationally oriented programme trains students from diverse parts of the world to become journalists, with in-depth academic knowledge in the field of Journalism Studies presented by journalism researchers and intensive training by experienced journalists, offering a solid foundation in the skills that are needed to succeed in journalism today.Theoretical Journalism Studies courses enable students to reflect on the nature of journalism as a profession and stimulate critical thinking about the future of news reporting. You will study how journalism culture and developments in globalization, citizenship, politics and digital journalism interrelate, while learning how to apply appropriate research methods and theories in empirical academic research focused on understanding the field of journalism.The English-taught Master's track in Journalism takes a year and a half and has a study load of 90 ECTS. In the first two semesters, students will take academic courses and practice journalism skills. During the third and last semester students work on their master's thesis. They either complete an internship with a news organization or choose to work on an extended thesis.Sign up now for the Online Master's Week from

Upcoming Intakes

Sep 2027 · Starts Sep 01, 2027 · Deadline May 01, 2027
Sep 2028 · Starts Sep 01, 2028 · Deadline May 01, 2028

About Rijksuniversiteit Groningen

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Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1614
Students: 32,700
World rank: #99
Programs: 153
Location: Groningen, Groningen, Netherlands
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does MA/MS in Journalism (English taught) award?

Rijksuniversiteit Groningen awards a Master's Degree in the field of Humanities & Cultural Studies on completion of this programme.

How long does MA/MS in Journalism (English taught) take?

The programme runs for 1.5 years.

How much does MA/MS in Journalism (English taught) cost?

Tuition for international students is EUR 19,900 per year (EUR 2,694 per year for local students).

What language is MA/MS in Journalism (English taught) taught in?

The programme is taught in English.

When does MA/MS in Journalism (English taught) start?

The next intake is Sep 2027, starting September 1, 2027.

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