Can I start a journalism and media master’s in Ireland in January 2027?

Yes. 3 matching programs are open for January or February 2027 on our partner list, at Griffith. The degree and stay-back are the same as for September. Popular courses close once full, so apply early. Your AdmitVerse counsellor will confirm the current timeline for each course.

Is journalism a good course to study in Ireland?

It can be for building skills and a portfolio, but jobs for international graduates are limited and rarely meet work-permit salary floors. Most graduates use it for careers in India or in digital content roles. Weigh the cost against your plan, and build published work during the course.

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Master’s in Journalism and Media in Ireland for Indian Students: Colleges, Fees and Jobs (2027)

Updated on 30 September 2026Written by Amit SouravReviewed by Ashmita Agarwal

Applications for January 2027 are open. Popular courses can close once full, so apply early. Your AdmitVerse counsellor will confirm the current timeline for your course.

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How much does a journalism and media master’s in Ireland cost, and where can I study it?

Master’s in Journalism and Media programmes on our partner list cost €16,000 (about ₹17.6 lakh) at 1 institution: Griffith. A Level 9 master’s gives up to 24 months of Stamp 1G stay-back. A strong portfolio matters more than the degree in this field.

Programs on our partner list

Institutions

from €16,000

List fee (≈ ₹17.6 lakh)

24 months

Stamp 1G stay-back

Quick facts

Master’s in Journalism and Media at a glance

Master’s in Journalism and Media in Ireland: quick facts
Fact	Detail	Source
Award and level	MA / MSc; NFQ Level 9 for master’s	Irish Immigration
Duration	Varies; confirm on the official page	Partner data
List fee	€16,000–€16,000 (≈ ₹17.6 lakh to ₹17.6 lakh)	Partner data
Stamp 1G stay-back	Up to 24 months	Irish Immigration
Critical Skills relevance	Lower (guide F2); check your exact role on the official list	DETE list
Programs on our list	3 at 1 institution	Partner data

Master’s in Journalism and Media in Ireland: quick factsLast checked 30 September 2026Source: Irish Immigration: Third Level Graduate Programme

Salary ranges are not shown: we publish them only when cited from a named 2026 salary guide.

Where to study

Top universities and colleges for Journalism Master’s

Every matching program on our partner list, cheapest first. A scholarship shows only as a possible net fee, if eligible.

Master’s in Journalism and Media in Ireland: programs, fees and stay-back
Program	Institution	Level · stay-back	List fee	Possible net fee, if eligible	Intakes
MSc Interactive Digital Media	Griffith College Dublin	Level 9 · up to 24 months	€16,000 (≈ ₹17.6 lakh)	None verified	September, February
MA Journalism & Digital Communications	Griffith College Dublin	Level 9 · up to 24 months	€16,000 (≈ ₹17.6 lakh)	None verified	September, February
MA Public Relations & Digital Communications	Griffith College Dublin	Level 9 · up to 24 months	€16,000 (≈ ₹17.6 lakh)	None verified	September, February

Master’s in Journalism and Media in Ireland: programs, fees and stay-backLast checked 30 September 2026Source: AdmitVerse partner course data. Confirm on the official course page

Starting in January 2027?

3 programs are open for January or February

Griffith

MSc Interactive Digital Media

Griffith College Dublin

MA Journalism & Digital Communications

Griffith College Dublin

MA Public Relations & Digital Communications

Griffith College Dublin

₹ figures use €1 = ₹110 (September 2026 mid-market rate). Your bank’s rate on the day you pay will differ. Fees are as quoted for the January 2027 intake. Confirm on the official course page before paying.

Why Ireland

Why study Journalism Master’s in Ireland

Media & Communications

Master’s in Journalism and Media

Plan the job search from day one.

Journalism, PR and digital media options on our list.

Dublin-based, close to media and tech employers.

Portfolio-led courses.

Job-market reality check

Harder

Harder: be realistic

Media and PR roles for international graduates are limited and rarely permit-sponsored; a strong portfolio and digital skills are essential.

Critical Skills permit and salary floors

Eligibility

Who can apply

A media, communications or humanities degree

A writing or media portfolio

An English test or accepted alternative

Entry rules differ by course: confirm on the official course page

Also on this page

Public relations

Public relations is part of this page: on our list it is an MA in Public Relations & Digital Communications at Griffith College, alongside its journalism MA.

FAQ

Journalism Master’s: FAQs

What Indian students ask us most about this topic.

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On our partner list, €16,000, about ₹17.6 lakh. The cheapest is Griffith’s MSc Interactive Digital Media. Add living costs of €1,150–€1,850 a month in Dublin (AdmitVerse estimate, Sept 2026). Confirm each fee on the official course page. You must also have paid at least €6,000 of tuition before you file the visa.

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