Global Journalism and Public Relations

The MA blends hands-on journalism and public relations training with analysis of world affairs such as politics, armed conflict, technology, development and environmental issues. Learners practise drafting, revising and distributing news stories, features and commentary across print, broadcast and online channels. Legal and ethical standards for media work form part of the curriculum. Print and digital units cover feature writing, page design and content management software. The course examines the regulatory and professional settings that shape news coverage and the difficulties of reporting international issues. Proximity to Birmingham and London opens industry contacts, while group projects build networking and professional habits. Graduates may take roles in newsrooms, communications departments and public relations agencies, using the international and ethical understanding developed during the course.