PhD in Journalism

Class Profile

Class Size

25

Average Age

28

Average Work Experience

2 Years

Diversity

North America:

5%

EU:

10%

UK:

60%

Others:

5%

Africa:

5%

Asia:

15%

Career Outcomes

Median Earnings After Graduation

$1,10,000 / year

Top recruiters

Deloitte

Amazon

Microsoft

McKinsey

Facebook

Twitter

Pinterest

Tesla

Instagram

Meta

Wipro

Fees and Funding

Tuition Fees

$14,300 / year

Overall Cost

$29,300 / year

FAQs

• What career paths are open to graduates of this programme?
  
  Graduates often pursue careers in academia, media research, investigative and professional journalism, broadcasting, publishing, communications consultancy, and roles in international media organisations.
• What resources and support are provided to research students?
  
  Students have access to City’s world-class journalism facilities, digital newsrooms, media labs, the University Library, and the Graduate School’s research training. They can also participate in departmental seminars, conferences, and research networks.
• What are the academic entry requirements?
  
  Applicants should usually hold a master’s degree in journalism, media, communication, or a related field, with a good honours undergraduate degree (2:1 or equivalent). A strong research proposal aligned with faculty expertise is required.
• What research areas are available in this programme?
  
  Research areas include journalism theory and practice, investigative journalism, digital and online journalism, global and comparative journalism, political communication, media freedom and ethics, news production, data journalism, broadcast journalism, and the role of journalism in society.
• What is the duration of the PhD in Journalism at City, University of London?
  
  The programme normally takes 3 to 4 years full-time or 4 to 7 years part-time.