MSc International Journalism
at University of Stirling, Stirling

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MSc International Journalism
at
University of Stirling
Overview

University of Stirling offers MSc International Journalism course at PG level. Offered for a duration of 12 months, it is among the top-ranked courses offered by the university. Indian students are required to submit scores of exams such as IELTS, TOEFL and PTE to be eligible to get selected for the course. Additionally, Indian students also have to provide all the necessary documents as part of the admission process. The University of Stirling tuition fee for MSc International Journalism is Pound 20,600 (INR 2,663,580) for first year. Along with tuition fees, the students are also required to manage living expenses. The average University of Stirling cost of living for Indian students is Pound 5,049 (INR 652,836).

Duration	12 months
Tuition & Fees	₹26.16 Lakh Get Fees details
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Course Level	PG Degree

MSc International Journalism

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Overview
Fees
Entry Requirements
Application Process
Rankings
Placements
Highlights
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MSc International Journalism
at
University of Stirling
Fees

University of Stirling MSc International Journalism fee structure includes first-year tuition fee that all the students have to pay. Apart from the tuition fee, the students also have to spend money on stay, food and other utilities, which comprises cost of living, which is Pound 5,049 (INR 652,836). The total expense may vary, depending on the additional charges provided by the University of Stirling. The total first-year tuition fees of MSc International Journalism are Pound 20,600 (INR 2,663,580).

To know more about University of Stirling MSc International Journalism fee breakup, check out the table below:

1st year tuition fees

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Tuition & fees	INR 26,15,518

Other expenses in 1st Year

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Hostel & Meals	INR 6,41,056
Transportation	INR 53,326

Calculated at the exchange rate of 1 Pound = INR 126.96687 | Tuition & expenses were last updated on 11ᵗʰ December 2025

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MSc International Journalism
at
University of Stirling
Entry Requirements

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Students must have minimum of 2:1 preferred second class honours degree in a related subject.
Students without these formal qualifications but with relevant work or life experience are encouraged to apply.
Students must have an UG degree with a minimum score of 50% from Tier 1 College or University (namely the University of Mumbai, University of Calcutta, University of Delhi) or 55% from a Tier 2 College or University.
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TOEFL

No specific cutoff mentioned

PTE

Marks - 60/90
With a minimum of 60 in reading and writing and 59 in speaking and listening

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IELTS

Marks - 6/9
With a minimum of 6.0 in reading and writing and 5.5 in speaking and listening

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MSc International Journalism
at
University of Stirling
Application Process

Step one

Prepare documents for application

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One reference letter is required
This should be a professional reference from someone who knows the applicant's work well enough and can attest to their ability to study at the postgraduate level
- This would normally be an academic in the final year of study (their dissertation supervisor, for example) or if they have been out of education for some time, their employer

A copy of current CV, detailing professional experience and achievements (only required for MBA program)

Step two

Additional documents required

An academic transcript from the undergraduate program
- Academic transcript from the undergraduate program along with the graduation certificate. If students are still studying, then an interim transcript will suffice and their university will be able to advise them on how to get one
Copies of academic qualifications or certificates
A certified translated version of the transcript (if necessary)
Evidence of English language proficiency
Supporting statement – a brief essay on why you want to study this course. See guidance on what makes a good personal statement.
A copy of the current Tier 4 visa, if the applicant is currently studying in the UK
A copy of the personal details page of the valid passport

Step three

Start your online application

https://www.stir.ac.uk/courses/pg-taught/international-journalism/

MSc International Journalism
at
University of Stirling
Rankings

Course Ranking

University Ranking

Rank	Rank Publisher
#301	Psychology THE (Times Higher Education), 2026
#701	Medicine QS, 2026

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MSc International Journalism
at
University of Stirling
Placements

Particulars

Statistics (2021)

Internship Available

Yes,

Research placement opportunities may be available in this program. These placements are suitable for students with both advanced research skills and subject knowledge relevant to the non-academic part

University of Stirling
Students Ratings & Reviews

3.4/5

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Student Views (Based on Reviews)

25% students never faced discrimination in this university

Vibe of Campus

Sporty

Academically oriented

Multi-dimensional

Friendly

Internships3.1

Part time work2.6

Post study jobs3.3

Quality of faculty3.9

Student Life4

Value for money3.3

Public transportation3.4

Safety4.4

Indian Food3.4

Permanent Immigration2.9

Anonymous

MSc Marketing and Brand Management - Batch of 2025

2.3

It’s actually a good university but a hard place to work with part time jobs.

Tips: The accommodation and its rules and transportation are a bit expensive apart from the student discount. It's a hard cultural shock for anyone who's a vegetarian. Make sure you do proper research on the coursework or else it's gonna be hard on you in the future.

Likes (Safety): Pretty good city and people. It's very safe even to walk during late at night. The place is fully equipped with CCTV and there is good police surveillance which is very good and important. Though there are a few people who act in a radical way towards students but it's just fine.

Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): Due to the UK immigration lawns it's very hard on students and due to this part time jobs are limited and then the full time roles are very hard to get in due to the fact of the current rules. No proper facilities on the basis of healthcare and you're going to suffer.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 1600

Prepping time for classes16 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound 24275

Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026Read more

Ashish Kumar Layak Verified Icon

MSc in Sport Management - Batch of 2024

5.0

Extremely understanding and helpful faculty.

Tips: Students should know about their faculty, the ranking of that course or programme whichever they are doing. A 4000 scholarship is provided by the university. I am extremely satisfied with the University of Stirling not only in terms of study but also the environment here.

Likes (Safety): I mostly enjoy my student life while doing my assignment in the library. I believe the University of Stirling library is the most beautiful library I have ever come across. The University of Stirling organizes and celebrates every kind of festivals be it Holi, Eid or Diwali. I was part of the South Asian community club.

Dislikes (Internships): I had the privilege to be taught by faculty not only from the UK but throughout the world. The professors here are super friendly with more focus on a practical approach and they also care about the well being of the students and also making industry ready.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 750

Prepping time for classes35 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound 26000

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026Read more

Anonymous

MSc Digital Media and Communication - Batch of 2023

2.5

Pretty average, would recommend only for finance.

Tips: Before joining the University of Stirling, I suggest knowing your course and checking for numerous scholarships. The location and amenities of the school are amazing, and the campus is large enough that it has plenty of various activities. I have met people who have turned into family. Unfortunately, there are some issues, such as racism that some staff members have, and they cancel classes for their protests, so I had to self-teach most of the course.

Likes (Student Life): The people and culture here are amazing. I met some absolutely crazy people who are now like family. There's always something happening on the weekends, and the library is great for late-night studying. The South Asian club organises tons of events, which is a great way to meet people from your own country.

Dislikes (Internships): This university is good in terms of its amenities, but it has no placements, gives little training for jobs and CV guidance, has mostly useless courses, and markets these courses to international students to make money. They also don't provide internships for my area of study.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 500

Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound 23000

Reviewed on 22 Jun 2025Read more

Anonymous

MSc International Accounting and Finance - Batch of 2024

3.1

Excellent faculty but fewer part-time jobs.

Tips: The transition after coming here was quite difficult as I was not familiar with the climate. The people were quite good and polite. As of now, everything is going well. Finally, the University is good for sports and the gym at the university is an advantage for us.

Likes (Quality of faculty): The faculty at this University are quite good at teaching and are experts in their field of subjects. Moreover, their experiences and knowledge of the subjects make it easy for students to understand the topic. The majority of faculty at this University are Scottish people. More than 95% of staff are from Scotland.

Dislikes (Part time work): The part-time jobs are fewer or I can say difficult to get one as it is a small city. The city doesn't even have the size of Mysore. The population in this city is also very low. Managing a part-time job and university education is quite challenging as we have classes four days a week. The tight timetable is also an issue to the part time job.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 1100

Prepping time for classes38 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound 45900

Reviewed on 29 Mar 2024Read more

Rahul Chauhan Verified Icon

MSc in Business and Management - Batch of 2022

4.1

Reputed college with good reviews

Tips: College is quite good but students who are really studious and keen to learn should opt for this university. As assignments provided are really of master's level and you will learn a lot if you are serious about your career. Please book your hostel accommodation in advance. Commutation from Stirling to Glasgow, Stirling to Edinburgh is affordable and less time consuming. Overall good college.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 1138

Prepping time for classes15 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound 43992

Reviewed on 26 Aug 2022Read more

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MSc International Journalism
at
University of Stirling
Highlights

MSc International Journalism stands enables students to tailor their studies by choosing a practice- or theory-led route depending on their career ambitions
Masters course in International Journalism introduces students from a wide range of academic and professional backgrounds to the theory and practice of journalism in a global context
The course is internationally-focused and deals with the practice of journalism across different media, cultural and regulatory environments
The course is provided by the Division of Communications, Media and Culture, which has a strong international profile and builds on our existing strengths in teaching and research
The MSc takes place within the two 15-week semesters and consists of two components; a taught course followed by a dissertation or investigate research project