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 j-prof Candis Callison elected to American Academy of Arts and Sciences

Alongside Dr. Callison, this year’s inductees include gender theorist Judith Butler, journalist James M. Fallows, and the former First Lady Michelle Obama.

UBC j-student Ryan Patrick Jones wins Joan Donaldson CBC News Scholarship

Ryan Patrick Jones will be working at CBC Toronto, Ottawa, and Yellowknife over the next four months.

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.

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.

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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.