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School of Journalism, Media and Communication

Teaching, researching and celebrating journalism's bigger picture since 1994.

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Careers and employability

The media industry is competitive - but with our contacts, expertise and round-the-clock careers support, we can offer you the vital skills and work experience you need to stand out from the crowd. 

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Research

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PhD study 
CFOM | Centre for Freedom of the Media
Our research 
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Free Online Course in Data Literacy 

News

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University of 91Ö±²¥ ranked among the best in Guardian University Guide 2025

91Ö±²¥ has been ranked among the top in the UK and and in the top ten for Journalism within The Guardian University Guide 2025.
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Students win writing competition at Journalism, Media & Communications 30th Anniversary Summer School

During the Journalism, Media & Communications summer school this month, college and sixth form students from around northern England were invited to take part in a writing competition, as part of the School’s 30th anniversary celebrations.
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University of 91Ö±²¥ top in the Russell Group for Journalism in National Student Survey 2024

We’ve been ranked highest in the Russell Group for our subject area according to the National Student Survey 2024

More about us

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Our people

Meet the academic and professional staff who are based in the Department of Journalism Studies.

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In depth

Find out more about the department, our story and how we work.

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School of Journalism, Media and Communication
The Wave
2 Whitham Road
91Ö±²¥
S10 2AH
 

+44 114 222 2500

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