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Master of Journalism Advanced

Overview

This program is reserved for a small number of outstanding students. It is anticipated that students accepted into this program will have a well-established career as industry professionals behind them and will be seeking a qualification that not only reflects their standing within the industry, but also enables them to undertake a course of study that enables them to apply that experience and knowledge in either a practical or theoretical context.

Direct entry into this program will be highly competitive and will reflect the standing of the individuals accepted. The program length relative to other postgraduate offerings reflects the fact that students will be able to negotiate advanced standing based on their industry experience.

Entry Requirements / Assumed Knowledge

Students who achieve outstanding results in the first six months of study in the Master of Journalism program may apply to upgrade to the Advanced Masters.

Direct entry into the Advanced Masters program will only be available to people who have considerable Journalism experience (generally a minimum of 10 years). Entry will also be dependent on the provision of a portfolio of work and an interview.

Applicants will be able to negotiate a program of study that involves a combination of subjects (selected from Journalism and other programs across the University). At least 60% of the program of study completed by direct entry students must be offered by the School of Journalism and Creative Writing.

Applicants must provide an 800 word opinion article on the topic “Journalists - who are they really?” If applying on basis of industry experience, samples of work published in the print or electronic media are required, as well as letter(s) from employer(s) to verify details of employment.

All applicants must be able to provide documented proof of English language proficiency. The University of Wollongong's English Language Requirements are outlined at www.uow.edu.au/prospective/international/english/index.html. Selected applicants may be required to attend an interview.

Advanced Standing

Advanced standing may be granted for a particular subject(s) on the basis of previous education, training or professional experience. A letter requesting advanced standing must be accompanied by certified copies of documents or other evidence to substantiate the request. Evidence may include academic transcripts, samples of published work, letters from employers verifying experience and length of service.

Course Structure/Requirements

The exact program of study must be negotiated with the Head of School, and will generally include 48 credit points from the Master of Journalism (see Schedule below) plus a 24 credit point thesis or creative project (any medium). Students are able to include subjects offered across the University, with a minimum of 60 percent being selected from the Journalism schedule.