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Language:
All courses are taught in English. Non-native English speaking applicants will be required to obtain an IELTS minimum score of 7.0 before they apply. For the IELTS test see http://www.ielts.org/
Applicants who have studied for one or more years in, or received a degree from, a college or university in an English-speaking country do not need to present an English language test. This education however must have taken place within two years prior to submission of the graduate application.
Admittance:
The consortium aims to admit highly-qualified students from a wide range of countries. Applicants will normally only be admitted if they have a BA or equivalent (at least an above average class mark is expected) and the equivalent of at least three months fulltime work as a professional journalist.
Selection Process:
During the selection process, all applications are read by three independent academics and graded A - D in each of the categories below:
Academic background |
The applicant’s academic ability, previous academic record and academic references. |
Language |
IELTS level 7 or other language documentation. Please note we do NOT accept TOEFL as an alternative language qualification |
Journalism experience |
Based on the applicant’s examples of journalistic work and references. |
Motivation |
Based on the applicant’s personal statement. |
Life experience |
Ie.; language ability, international experience, cultural awareness, organisational skills etc. |
Degree:
Students are awarded, on successful completion of the course, a double masters degree from the institutions where they start and end. A joint degree is offered when national legislations allow it. The title is ‘ERASMUS MUNDUS MASTERS Journalism and Media within Globalisation: The European Perspective.’ The Masters Diploma includes the national titles, too.
Fee 2008/10:
The fee for the whole course is for EU nationals: 8,413 euro, and for non-EU nationals: 14,100 euro.
Accomodation:
Students are responsible for securing their own accommodation. However, the host institution will assist in making accommodation arrangements.
Visa:
Students are responsible for securing their own visa, if a visa is needed. However, the host institution will assist in applying for visa.
