University of Sussex - Undergraduate Visit Day
14 Mar 2026, 09:30
Brighton
About the course
Journalism remains a crucial part of democratic public life. This innovative, intensive MA’s global focus guides you as you learn to research and write news and features, creating and adapting news stories across platforms.
This course focuses on developing the practical skills and the critical knowledge to help you reflect on your professional practice in an international context. You’ll learn to:
understand and debate the broader issues driving news organisations across the world
be knowledgeable about the functions of journalism in a contemporary environment
produce copy for a range of platforms including audio, digital and video
critically evaluate and analyse a range of journalistic outputs and their characteristics.
About Sussex
Our courses, research, culture and campus aim to stimulate, excite and challenge. From scientific discovery to global policy, from student welfare to career development, Sussex innovates and takes a lead. And today, in every part of society and across the world, you'll find someone from Sussex making an original and valuable contribution.
Location
Study on our beautiful, green campus on the edge of the South Downs National Park and just minutes from the vibrant seaside city of Brighton & Hove. We’re near to Gatwick airport and just over an hour from London.
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Course optionsOur goal is to ensure that every student who wants to study with us is able to regardless of financial barriers, so that we continue to attract talented and unique people.
Details of our scholarships are not yet set for entry in the academic year 2025/26.
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Brighton
BN1 9RH
Email:mfm@sussex.ac.uk
Phone:01273 877538
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