Our MA journalism programme offers a dynamic course that’s closely linked to the industry, combining the latest digital journalism with traditional methods on multimedia platforms in our newsroom, TV and radio studios.
You will learn to develop a range of practical skills along with reporting and production expertise for TV-video, online, radio-podcast, social media, newspapers, magazines and more. We also support and encourage students to start publishing and broadcasting their own work during the course.
Recent graduates have gone on to work for media organisations such as the BBC, ITN, STV and across the newspaper and publishing industry as well as public relations, marketing and corporate communications.
Typical entry point to this course is in September. Please enquire for more information.
You may incur additional costs during your education at the University over and above tuition fees in an academic year such as laptops, stationary and additional resources.
top 3 UK university for Journalism, Publishing and Public Relations. (The Guardian University Guide 2023)
Hhome to the longest established Journalism programme in Scotland.
The Pre Masters Program will prepare you for the UK, EU or US study system, giving you the confidence and skills that you’ll need to go further in your studies. Depending on your academic qualification and English language level and chosen programme, you can study the IIM over one or two terms.
| What’s the difference between the one or two terms? | |
| One Term | Two Terms |
| 3 months of study | Six months of study |
| Additional academic English and subject-related support | |
Learn more about Pre-Master's
You can find the applicable international student course fee for your chosen pathway study route listed below.
| Study Route | Tuition Fees 2024-2025 |
| International stage One (IS1) | £14,595 – £16,595 |
| International Stage Two (IS2) | £15,195 – £15,595 |
| Pre-Masters (International Incorporated Masters – IIM) | £8,995 – £12,095 |
| Please note: There is an additional £210 administration fee payable to ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½ International. Stated fees do not include tuition applicable for your degree course continued at Edinburgh Napier University. |
Progression scholarships available for students moving into a degree from all our pathway routes*.
These are available for students from all countries and are automatic on application. ENU progression scholarships, applied to each year of study:
Undergraduate 2024-25
Biosciences……………………£3,000 per year
Business …………………….. £3,000 per year
Digital Media ……………… £3,000 per year
Engineering ……………….. £3,000 per year
Computing ………………….£3,000 per year
Mass Communications…£3,000 per year
* except BA (Hons) Business Management
To be eligible for a 2024/25 progression scholarship you must have enrolled on an ENUIC course that started in the 24/25 academic session.
Progression scholarships available for students moving into a degree from all our pathway routes*.
These are available for students from all countries and are automatic on application. ENU progression scholarships, applied to each year of study:
Postgraduate 2024-25
Arts & Creative Industries….. £3,0000 per year
Business ………………….. £3,000 per year
Computing ………………. £3,000 per year
Healthcare ………………. £3,000 per year
* except MSc International Business Management
To be eligible for a 2024/25 progression scholarship you must have enrolled on an ENUIC course that started in the 24/25 academic session.
Up to £4,000 off tuition of your pathway programme.
Please note you’ll have to apply for a pathway scholarship and only a selection of students will be awarded.  For more information on the scholarships we offer to international students please contact us.
Applying is easy. Complete the online application form and follow the instructions. If you have any queries please contact us.
Want to learn more about life as a student one of our pathway colleges? Talk to one of our students now.
