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Welcome to the Department of Journalism – your gateway to a career in media practice and research. Our Department offers a range of programmes to prepare you for working in the broader media industry, understand the role of media in democratic societies and conduct research on the rapidly changing global media landscape.  If you are interested in pursuing further study and research in journalism and media studies, we look forward to hearing from you!

The Department of Journalism Department offers a range of postgraduate programmes that serve as a launchpad for individuals looking to advance their careers in the field of journalism and media practice and research.

These programmes equip graduates with the skills and knowledge necessary to excel in the dynamic world of journalism and media practice and research

Contact details
Phone: +27 21 808-2138
E-mail: [email protected] 

Physical address
Arts and Social Sciences Building
Room 492
Merriman Avenue and Van Ryneveld Street​

“Many Universities train PhDs, but it is the quality that matters; Stellenbosch Journalism provided me with a great research acumen that I will always cherish.”

Our programmes

MA Journalism

This masters level degree is for students who want to further their academic studies beyond honours level on a topic of their choice. The course is structured in a way that allows for flexible and remote study.

PhD Journalism

Pursuing a doctorate in journalism studies allows you to do in-depth, original research on a journalism- or media-related topic in depth, guided by an expert supervisor.

MA Journalism

This masters level degree is for students who want to further their academic studies beyond honours level on a topic of their choice. The course is structured in a way that allows for flexible and remote study.

BAHons Journalism

This one-year, full-time honours degree follows on a 3-year undergraduate degree in any field of study. Students learn how to prepare content for various media platforms.

PhD Journalism

Pursuing a doctorate in journalism studies allows you to do in-depth, original research on a journalism- or media-related topic in depth, guided by an expert supervisor.