Master of Journalism and Communications
See study programmeThe Master of Journalism and Communications is a practical, vocationally oriented master's degree programme (120 credits), which qualifies for work in journalism in various media or in communications in the public or private sector. The programme has a nominal length of study of two years. The first year consists of common courses, while the students choose specialisation in the second year, either in journalism or communications. The programme concludes with a master’s thesis with an integrated period of practical training on an editorial staff or in a communications department.
The master's degree programme is suitable for those who want to work with subjects and dissemination: The programme is based on the student's academic and experience background, and it offers various courses that provide qualifications in information processing and advanced dissemination by means of text, images, audio, video and various forms of visualisation. The various courses also provide a thorough understanding of the similarities and differences between journalism and communications, and they contribute to reflection on their own practices and the practices of others in these subject areas.
The study programme is gathering-based, with 2–4 gatherings per semester. Between the gatherings, effective study is facilitated in the form of self-study with the submission of papers, seminars and group and individual guidance via various online tools.
- Bachelor's degree with minimum average grade of “C”
- At least two years of relevant work experience
- The application shall include a motivational letter in accordance with specific content requirements
Applicants must fulfil the requirements for Norwegian General Study competence as well as language proficiency requirements in Norwegian and English language.