The UNSW Master of Journalism and Communication is a two-year full-time postgraduate university degree in contemporary journalism, media studies and communications.

UNSW consistently ranks 51-100 in the world for Media (QS World University Rankings 2023) and is a leader amongst Australian universities.  This master’s degree will empower you with the hands-on skills and theoretical knowledge to understand and shape the global news media and communication industries.

Key features

Make an impact
Through this degree, you’ll learn the concepts that underpin ethical journalism and put them into practice through professional experience. Alongside this, you’ll have the opportunity to take electives with experts in the humanities, including globalisation, politics and climate change.

Research project
In your final semester of study, you'll have the option to devise and independently undertake a major research project.

Prepare for the professional world
Through our student-led news platform, Newsworthy you’ll have the opportunity to build a portfolio of real-world journalism. As you learn by doing, you’ll be mentored by seasoned industry professionals, including Connie Levett, former Digital Editor at The Sydney Morning Herald.

You’ll also undertake a media internship as part of the degree through which you’ll gain up to 150  hours work experience with a host organisation, giving you industry experience and connections.

Learn with technology
UNSW focuses on learning through new and emerging technologies to ensure you’re experienced  with the tools you’ll use as a professional. Our facilities contain the most current technologies, including media production equipment, advanced software and mobile journalism kits.

Deep critical thinking
You’ll be taught by research leaders with significant industry experience, who will guide you in understanding and critiquing the past, present and future of our media landscape. ? Understanding how journalism and communications relate to national and global politics, government, corporate communication, and digital media will enable you to predict shifts in Australian and global media industries, setting you up for dynamic and adaptable career.