UBC Graduate School of Journalism
UBC Journalism is a unique, boutique journalism masters program in one of the most beautiful, diverse and progressive cities in the world. It is one of only four masters-only journalism programs in North America, and the only graduate journalism program in western Canada.
Who Should Apply
If you’re curious about the world, have a passion for storytelling and aspire to make a difference, then the Graduate School of Journalism is the place for you.
How to Apply
Applying to the Graduate School of Journalism is the first step towards your future career. We are here to guide and support you along the way to graduation and beyond.
About the School
The Master of Journalism degree is a full-time, intensive program designed to provide graduates with professional experience and academic grounding.
News
J-student Jamuna Galay-Tamang investigates unsafe drinking water in Indigenous communities
Galay-Tamang has been named a 2018 Aboriginal Investigative Fellow, joining the APTN investigative team in Winnipeg for 12 weeks.
Regional Edward R. Murrow award for UBC global reporting project on cities
The urban resilience project produced in collaboration with three global universities has been recognized for excellence in writing.
UBC Journalism opening for 12-month Assistant Professor
The School of Journalism invites applications for a one-year full-time position at the rank of Assistant Professor Without Review.
Three UBC Journalism students win Donaldson CBC News Scholarships
Graduating students Malone Mullin, Haley Lewis and Kirthana Sasitharan will be joining CBC News.
About UBC
Events
2018 Thesis Symposium & Student Showcase
Join us April 10 for our annual symposium, where we showcase our second-year students' innovative journalism projects.
Lecture: “Investigating illegal logging in the world’s newest country”
Carolyn Thompson, UBC Journalism's Visiting Journalist in Forestry Issues, shares her experience reporting on illegal forestry in South Sudan.
“Telling the Canadian Military Story”: In conversation with Brigadier-General Marc Thériault
Join us for a talk with Brigadier-General Marc Thériault on how the Canadian military is responding to the evolving challenges and opportunities of a digital media environment.
“Does video and TV news need a reboot?”: Asper Visiting Professor lecture
How can television news become more inclusive? Can its “packaged” style of reporting, now almost 70 years old, be rebooted for new audiences? In a wide-ranging talk, Asper Visiting Professor Dr. David Dunkley Gyimah takes a personalized approach from his experience in front and behind the camera.
Student Projects
Alumni Profiles
Ahmed Najdat, ’16
Multimedia Producer Sky News Arabia
Magda Konieczna, ’05
Assistant Professor in Journalism Temple University
Christopher Cheung, ’16
Reporter & Page Editor The Tyee