MA in Journalism and Digital Communications
Offered by
Griffith College
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Dublin, Ireland
Course overview
The MA in Journalism and Digital Communications prepares graduates for careers in modern journalism and digital media. The programme combines editorial skills, digital storytelling, data journalism, podcasting, mobile video production, and communications strategy.
What you will study
Digital Journalism
Data Journalism
Editorial Skills
Media Law and Ethics
Documentary Filmmaking
Podcasting and Audio Production
Dissertation
Career opportunities
Journalist
Digital Content Producer
Editor
Communications Manager
Media Strategist
Entry requirements
Academic requirement
Honours bachelor's degree (min 2.2) in journalism, communications, arts or related discipline. Dublin campus only.
Minimum CGPA
2.2
Scholarship tiers
Griffith College Bursary (GCB): €2,000 awarded to all offers + Academic Merit Scholarship (AMS): CGPA 2.7+ = €1,000 / CGPA 3.0+ = €1,500 / CGPA 3.5+ = €2,000
English language requirements
IELTS
7.0 overall, no component below 6.5
overall
PTE
63 overall, no component below 55
overall
TOEFL iBT
5.0 overall (Reading 4.5, Writing 5.0, Listening 4.5, Speaking 5.0)
overall
Duolingo
130-135 overall, no component below 120
overall
Documents required
Copy of Passport
Academic Transcripts
IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo Score Report
Bachelor's Degree Certificate
Updated CV / Résumé
Why study at GCD?
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State-of-the-art broadcast studio facilities on Dublin campus
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Strong industry links with national and international media organisations
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Combines traditional journalism skills with digital innovation
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QQI-validated Level 9 qualification
€12,000/yr
€16,000/yr
★ Up to €4,000 scholarship
University
Griffith College
Level
Postgraduate
Duration
1 Year
Next intake
Sep 2026
Min CGPA
2.2
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