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

UBC Journalism hosts international students for summer program

Students take courses in journalism and anthropology on global journalism, culture and communications.

International stage for UBC Journalism research

Faculty are sharing their research at two international conferences, WJEC in Paris and IAMCR in Madrid.

UBC Journalism welcomes Saranaz Barforoush as new tenure-track instructor

Barforoush brings an expertise on journalism in diverse media systems to the School.

UBC scholar Candis Callison named Trudeau Fellow

UBC Journalism professor Candis Callison has been named a 2019 Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation Fellow.

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Events

Thesis Symposium & Student Showcase

We are pleased to invite UBC Journalism students, faculty, staff and community members to the 2019 UBC Journalism Thesis Symposium and Student Showcase.

Join UBC’s Visiting Journalist in Forestry Issues for a public talk on the wildfire economy

Join UBC Journalism’s Visiting Journalist in Forestry Issues, Ethan Lou, for a public talk on Monday, March 11 at noon. As wildfires worsen due to climate change, the great impact they have on the economy is coming into sharper focus. Meanwhile, with worse fires, more money is spent on fighting them, with less available for […]

Beyond Inclusion: Building Narratives of Liberation, a public talk by Michèle Stephenson

Join the UBC School of Journalism for a free public talk by Asper visiting professor Michèle Stephenson. The event takes place on January 16, 2019 at UBC Robson Square.

January 10, 2019: Facebook Live Q & A for Prospective Students

On Thursday, January 10, join UBC Journalism professors and students for Facebook live Q & A.