Media and journalism
Postgraduate study in media at Herts will deepen your understanding of today's media landscape while developing the skills to communicate with different audiences across a variety of platforms. Choose from specialist pathways and flexible study options, including work placements and advanced research.
Regular guest lectures from industry professionals provide valuable insight into the media industry and opportunities to build your network. Through our partnership with the Public Relations and Communications Association (PRCA), you'll also benefit from industry resources, events and professional opportunities to support your career development.
Why choose Herts
Postgraduate study in media at the University of Hertfordshire will deepen your understanding of media and communications and prepare you for the next stage of your career. Learn from experienced academics, explore the changing media landscape, and build the skills needed for the sector.
Herts postgraduate alumni have gone on to pursue a variety of roles in media, including press officers, and social media managers for organisations such as the BBC, Mail Online, The Expat magazine and Euromonitor.
Guardian Top 40 University
We’ve ranked 37th for teaching quality, student satisfaction and graduate success in the Guardian University Guide 2027.
7th in the UK
for overall postgraduate student satisfaction (Postgraduate Taught Survey, 2026).
Outstanding postgraduate employability
96% of postgraduates in work/study (Graduate Outcomes Survey, 2026).*
Professional accreditation
Get educational membership of the British Society of Magazine Editors while studying MA Journalism.
Explore our courses
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from 2023/24 graduates, in employment or further study 15 months after graduation.