MA in Journalism and Public Relations

The MA in Journalism and Public Relations is recognised by the National Union of Journalists (NUJ) and the Public Relations Institute of Ireland (PRII).  

The curriculum is structured to increase the employability of students and promote professional development in the communications sector. The course is conducted on both a full and part-time basis over a 1-2 year period. Learners will acquire the skills to conceive, produce and edit their own media and public relations content on all platforms including web, social, radio, print and mobile video. Public Relations students will develop a critical understanding of the theory and practice of public relations, political communications and of the strategic role that communications play in the management of organisations.  The programme has been designed in response to industry demands for well-rounded multi-skilled communications graduates.

A primary degree (2.2) in any discipline and interview

In response to the worldwide closure of English Language Test Centres arising from the Covid-19 pandemic, Griffith College is now accepting the online Duolingo English Test (DET) as valid proof of English proficiency. This is a temporary measure for our intakes up to and including February 2022.

You need to complete credit hours to successfully obtain this degree. Please check detail of study units at https://www.griffith.ie/faculties/journalism-media-communications/courses/ma-journalism-and-public-relations

Our MA in Journalism and PR has two intakes: February 2019 and September 2019. Courses beginning in September run for 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time. Courses beginning in February run for 1.5 years full-time and 2.5 years part-time.

You can join one of the following careers:

• Journalist
• Public Relations Consultant