1. Istanbul Aydin University
  2. Program
  3. Masters
  4. MA Journalism with Thesis

MA Journalism with Thesis

2 Years On Campus Masters Program

Istanbul Aydin University

Program Overview

Technological developments, changing dynamic structure of communication, the presence of new media in the face of traditional media and the importance of communication increasing day by day, journalism as a branch of science needs to create academic knowledge that can make sense and manage these changes and developments. The importance of journalism graduate education becomes apparent in order for young people equipped with this academic knowledge to meet the needs of the industry and to undertake international academic studies. It is known that the criterion of being a university graduate in the journalism sector has started to be replaced by a graduate or doctorate degree in recent years and to expertise in journalism.

Program Key Stats

₺4000 (Annual Fees)



Eligibility Criteria


Additional Information & Requirements

Completion of all the courses designated within the curriculum of the programme, having a total of 120 ECTS Credits including a thesis work of 60 ECTS, with passing grades, and Achievement of a cumulative grade point average CGPA of at least 2.00 out of 4.00, Undergraduate diploma a copy translated to Turkish or English, Undergraduate transcript a copy translated to Turkish or English, Photocopy of the relevant pages of your passport, A cumulative GPA of 2,5 on a 4,0 or equivalent, English degree program applicants: TOEFL score - 66 points or YDS/Y KD L score - 55 points / PTE 60, If students do not have TOEFL or YDS/Y KD L or PTE then they have to pass English Proficiency Exam, which will be held in IAU, Students applying for Turkish Degree program TOMER B2 Level, If you know Turkish You can pass a Turkish Proficiency Exam, 1 Biometric Photograph

Career Options

  • Information on research methods and techniques including the field of study within the scope of communication science
  • social effects of media
  • professional ethical values
  • economic and political approach to the media
  • specialization in women's and children's news
  • as well as globalization and cultural identity in the media are provided

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