Journalism, Master of Journalism (M.J.)

Non-thesis only: 36 credits 

The degree is a 36-credit program. The M.J. is a non-thesis degree and is the preferred program of those looking to enter the journalism profession. Students admitted to the M.J. program in multi-platform or broadcast journalism are not required to possess prior training or experience in the field. Students who enter the M.J. program with significant professional newsroom experience can request to opt out of the two required 500-level courses. The program's capstone experience is the Capital News Service, where students serve as full-time reporters in news bureaus in Washington and Annapolis, at the college's TV station, UMTV, and from our state-of-the-art news facilities in Knight Hall. For more information on our programs, visit: http://merrill.umd.edu/academics/masters-programs/

Detailed information on the requirements of our programs can be found in the master's program handbook, available online at the bottom of: http://merrill.umd.edu/academics/masters-programs/

Specialization Options

Multiplatform Journalism

Broadcast Journalism