Senior Journalist Master's Degree Apprenticeship (Journalism) MA
University of PortsmouthPortsmouth, United Kingdom
Course overview
Gain a Master's in Journalism while you earn a salary. Developed with the NCTJ and employers, including the BBC, the Guardian, Haymarket Media Group, Reach Plc, and Sky News.
Key highlights
- Earn a salary while gaining a Master's in Journalism
- Developed with the NCTJ and leading media employers
- Employer partners include the BBC, the Guardian and Sky News
- Industry input from Haymarket Media Group and Reach Plc
Entry requirements
- Additional condition: minimum_age — 16+ · Applicants aged 16-18 must have acceptable Level 2 qualifications in English and Maths, such as GCSE with grade C/4 or above or Functional Skills.
- GCSE: C/4 or above — to include English, Mathematics
Scholarships
Chevening Scholarship
GREAT Scholarships
The scholarship programme offers financial support of a minimum of £10,000 to students pursuing one-year postgraduate study in the UK.
Up to £10,000
Careers this course leads to
- Senior journalist
- News editor
- Senior reporter
- Content editor
- Broadcast journalist
Cost of study
UK/Home: Government/employer funded; no cost to the apprentice | International: See university for apprenticeship eligibility and fee status
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Portsmouth, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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