Science Journalism MA
City University London
This new course has been designed in consultation with leading science journalists and scientists, to capitalise on opportunities in one of the fastest growing areas of journalism.
Career opportunities
This multimedia course is for both arts and science graduates who want to train as professional science, environment, technology and medical journalists and aims to prepare you for a career in science journalism. Upon graduation, you will be able to work in any form of science journalism both in specialised publications or general journalism outlets including newspapers, magazines, online and broadcast media, as well as PR and communication.
Course content
The course aims to train you to be a critical consumer of scientific information, whilst ensuring that you receive excellent practical professional journalism training.
There will be a range of opportunities to report on science, health, environment, and technology. You will develop skills in science reporting, interviewing, science writing, research and broadcast, online and print production, as well as the ability to reflect critically on the legal, ethical and societal responsibilities.
To put those skills and that knowledge into practice, the course will also provide you with authentic reporting opportunities by means of an international visit to report on a scientific project/situation.
Journalism at City
Journalism at City University London has an outstanding reputation in the UK and internationally, with a network of over 4000 alumni worldwide, including three national newspaper editors. As part of a £12m redevelopment, the University recently opened new multimedia studios and digital newsrooms and our central London location puts us on the doorstep of the world’s major news and media organisation.
This setting is also close to the capital’s distinguished scientific institutions, will help you to forge links, build networks and have unrivalled access to leading experts. Throughout the year there will be regular distinguished guests to the campus to give lectures and work with students in small workshops.
Course Duration
1 year full-time (including 3 months producing the MA project), starting late September 2009.
