Journalism and Digital Content Creation

Master of Arts

Mature student studying in library at the MTU Bishopstown Campus
Mature student studying in library at the MTU Bishopstown Campus
Type of Programme
Full-time
Duration
1 Year
Course Code
CR_HJDCC_9
Entry Requirements
See details below
Application Deadline
Irish/EU: 16th September 2024. Non-EU: 31st May 2024.
Location(s)
MTU Bishopstown Campus, Cork
Course NFQ Level
Level 9

Frank O'Donovan

T: 021 432 6117

Email: (email)

Overview

This innovative MA programme produces graduates who can demonstrate essential skills in the fast-moving environment that is modern Journalism and Digital Content Creation.  Graduates will acquire the knowledge, skills and competencies that will equip them to work as professionals in the communications industry with a solid grounding in the tools and practices of journalism and digital content creation.

The programme is a well-rounded, professional programme that prepares graduates for entry-level positions in the media/communications industry. It stresses a balance of academic and practical modules in print, broadcast, and digital content creation.  The programme has been modified to include a focus on marketing, advertising and general communications, and students will complete a mentorship programme in semester 3. Each student will work with a mentor who is highly experienced in the communications industry. This can also involve short placements in media/communications organisations.

This will enhance the skill set of students and open the door to a wider range of jobs and careers for them. The lecturing staff also plans to enhance the programme even further by adding data analytics and focusing more on live content creation, which will include desktop publishing skills and involve the department’s international student documentary film festival, ‘Story?’  There is a strong connection with industry, even as they learn, our students are producing work that is published in the national media. We’re equipping our students with all the skills that are requirements for today’s digital journalists and content creators: shooting and editing video, creating audio and podcasts, using social media, developing an online presence, and strong connections with industry.

 

Course Delivery

This is a one year full-time programme which can also be studied part-time, over two years

Part-time Applications

 

 

Award

Master of Arts in Journalism and Digital Content Creation (Level 9 on the National Framework of Qualifications).

What will I study?

Modules

Stage 1/Semester 1

  • Audio Broadcasting
  • Writing for Media
  • Media History & Society
  • Research Methods and Practice
  • Multimedia Production
  • New Media Workplace

Stage 1/Semester 2

  • Visual Broadcasting
  • Features and Web Writing
  • Media and Communications Law
  • Cybercultures
  • New Media Production
  • Elective
  • Studio Technology
  • Free Choice Module
  • Creative Thinking and Design
  • Event and Project Management

Stage 1/Semester 3

  • Journalism MA Project

Modules

What is a Module?

A module is a standalone unit of learning and assessment and is completed within one semester. A full-time student will normally study six modules in each semester; part-time and ACCS (Accumulation of Credits and Certification of Subjects) students will have flexibility as to the number of modules taken.

The button below provides a link to all of the University's approved modules for this programme.

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Entry Requirements

Entry requirements for this course will be in accordance with standard Institute admissions procedures. Entrants will be expected to hold minimum of a 2.2 honours degree.  Admission to the course will be on the basis of interview. Recognition of Prior Learning will be applicable for candidates entering from the workplace or applying for admission from other institutes.

 

What is RPL?

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is when formal recognition is given for what you already know prior to starting on a programme or module. With recognition of prior learning the focus is on learning and not on experience as such. You can apply for RPL in any MTU accredited programme or module. Programmes which are accredited by professional bodies or any external awarding bodies may have their own procedures for RPL which you should refer to.

Fees

EU Applicant: €4,550

Non-EU International Applicants: €13,500

 

Please note that applicants will be required to pay an acceptance fee of €500 online if a place on a course is offered. This fee is deductible from the overall course fee. 

Note: You will not be charged for applying for the programme by clicking the 'apply now' button, you are only asked to pay an acceptance fee if a place is offered to you, and you wish to accept it.

 

Union of Students in Ireland (USI) Levy
The USI membership levy of €7 has been introduced as a result of a referendum where students opted to affiliate with the national Students’ Union. This levy must be paid before the start of Semester 1.

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