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About MA International Journalism in University of Lincoln

The MA International Journalism is an innovative new programme delivered in partnership between the Thomson Reuters Foundation and the University of Lincoln, designed to equip new generations of journalists to report impartially on critical global issues facing society today.

The programme offers students the opportunity to learn from leading industry professionals through a rich course of study, made up of both theoretical and practical sessions, all of which are delivered online with academics and practitioners from the University of Lincoln and the Thomson Reuters Foundation.

Covering topics spanning the human impact of climate change to human rights issues, access to land and property rights, and social enterprise, the Thomson Reuters Foundation is known globally for producing the highest quality independent journalism that informs professionals, policymakers, and the public in countries around the world.

Underpinned by the Thomson Reuters Foundation's commitment to reporting the under-reported, this course is designed for graduates from a wide range of disciplines with a passion for exploring and explaining the events that impact the lives of people all over the world.

Students can benefit from unique newsday experiences integrated into the course, working on real-time assignments through online workshops with Thomas Reuters trainers.

​​​​​​Entry Requirements

• An honour's degree, or an equivalent qualification, at a recognised institution

English language requirements 

• IELTS :6.5 overall with R,L,S,W=6.0
• TOEFL IBT : 90 overall Reading: 21,Listening: 20,Speaking: 22,Writing: 24
• PTE:61 overall R,L,S,W=58

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