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
New book delves into rise of data journalism
Read an excerpt from Data Journalism and the Regeneration of News by profs Alfred Hermida and Mary Lynn-Young.
Freelance Ethan Lou named 2019 Visiting Journalist in Forestry
Journalist Ethan Lou is coming to UBC Journalism to share his experiences covering forest fires in B.C. and Alberta
UBC Journalism seeks tenure-track Instructor
The School of Journalism invites applications for a full-time tenure-track position in the Educational Leadership stream at the rank of Instructor.
UBC j-student Dustin Patar joins News21 project on natural disasters
UBC Journalism student Dustin Patar has been named a 2019 Carnegie-Knight News21 Fellow, joining an international team of student journalists reporting on natural disaster recovery in the U.S.
About UBC
Events
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.
Talk: Social media pioneer Andy Carvin tackles trust in the media
Asper visiting professor Andy Carvin explores how to maintain trust in journalism in an era of so-called fake news.
Student Projects
Alumni Profiles
Jared Ferrie, ’05
Freelance Journalist Based Internationally
Daisy Xiong, ’16
Reporter Richmond News
Matthew Ramsey, ’05
Director of University Affairs UBC Media Relations