Film, Media & Journalism
Applicants - Postgraduate
MSc/PG Dip in Financial Journalism
Financial Journalism is a growng area |
What people say about us?“The Department of Film, Media & Journalism is, in my experience, a breed apart. This is a holistic approach to the media that refuses to ghettoise them into the narrow confines as others do in other institutions. I regard Stirling as simply the best in this regard”. - Jon Snow, Chief Presenter, Channel Four News (UK) “Going to Stirling allowed me to advance my career. After, studying at Stirling and returning to China I was promoted to chief reporter, covering finance and economics. The newspaper is the largest in China, with a circulation of two million”. - Hong Tian Chief Reporter, People’s Daily (China) “I enjoyed very much the experience at Stirling. It provided a space to think and develop my skills. It was a great time in my life. I have now travelled around the world and have had a great experience publishing stories” - Gary Meenaghan, Emirate Business (Dubai) |
Recent financial and banking crises such as the Credit Crunch of 2008, the corporate scandals of Enron and WorldCom in the US and the nationalisation of Northern Rock in the UK, have raised awareness of the need to have journalists who can cover and analyse financial news in a critical, ethical and comprehensive manner.
Financial journalism has become one of the most exciting and important areas in the media and one of the fastest growing fields in terms of employability. Large news networks and news agencies such as Thompson/Reuters, Bloomberg and AP/Dow Jones are now expanding into audiences eager to read and know more about finance. Magazines, broadcast media, online services and press and PR departments of financial institutions and companies are also requiring journalists who can deal with the complexities of covering financial issues. The MSc/Diploma in Financial Journalism addresses this growing need, while providing the basis for journalists who are also capable of gathering and disseminating financial news in a responsible and ethical manner. It is designed for those who want to work in the field of financial journalism as journalists or press officers.
Programme curriculum:
Since this is a specialised field, which requires in-depth knowledge of financial matters and practical skills in terms of newsgathering, the programme is delivered by the Department of Accounting & Finance in conjunction with the Department of Film, Media & Journalism. Both of these are among the highest ranking departments in the United Kingdom in their respective fields and have a world-class reputation for teaching and research. These departments provide leading expertise and are highly regarded by the media and financial industries as centres of excellence.
The programme addresses both theoretical and practical areas in financial journalism, while offering a space for students to develop awareness and knowledge regarding financial issues and skills required in the newsrooms around the world. The Department of Film, Media & Journalism and the Department of Accounting and Finance have established a curriculum that suits prospective students who need to gain knowledge in both areas. It also provides a space for students looking for expertise and specialism in the area. For further information and details about this programme click here:
http://www.external.stir.ac.uk/postgrad/course_info/arts/fm_studies/financial-journalism.php
The University of Stirling's programmes are ranked among the top in Scotland and the UK. They provide a comprehensive yet specialised set of knowledge and transferable skills. Its programmes are internationally recognised and its graduates have gone to occupy senior positions in the media and among financial institutions around the world.
Teaching: This programme is delivered by the Department of Film, Media & Journalism and the Division of Accounting and Finance of the Management School. Students will be able to undertake modules from both programmes. Key staff involved in the teaching of the programme include:
Jairo Lugo - Programme Director
Bursaries available for UK/EU and Overseas Students:
The Department is offering tuition fees bursaries for students studying full-time on this programme. There are twelve bursaries available, worth £1,000 each for the academic year 2010-11. They are open to anyone who has been accepted, or who holds a conditional offer, for a place on one of our full-time MSc programmes. Full details of these bursaries can be found here and applications must be made using the appropriate form before 30th July, 2010.
Other funding opportunities:
Chevening Scholarships: Funded by the UK Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO), these scholarships are open to overseas applicants for almost any field of postgraduate study. Most awards are for one-year Master’s programmes although awards may be given for shorter vocational programmes. Awards can cover all or part of the costs. Application is to the British Council, British Embassy or British High Commission in your home country and will include an interview. Candidates are selected on the basis of their intellectual ability and leadership potential, and preference is given to candidates already established in a career. Over 2,300 scholarships are awarded every year to study in UK universities. For further details contact the British Embassy, British High Commission or British Council Office in your own country or visit the website: www.chevening.com
Commonwealth Scholarships: These are awarded to students from countries of the British Commonwealth. Applications should be made to the Commonwealth Scholarship Agency in the student's own country. For further information please visit www.acu.ac.uk
Marshall Scholarships: These are available to US citizens under 26 years of age who are graduates of a US university and wish to undertake study leading to a postgraduate degree at a UK university. Up to 40 awards are offered each year. These cover fares, tuition fees, maintenance, book, thesis and travel allowances. Awards are funded by the FCO and most are for two years. The scholarships are administered within the UK by the Association of Commonwealth Universities. For further details contact: The Association of Commonwealth Universities, John Foster House, 36 Gordon Square, London, WC1H 0PF. www.marshallscholarship.org
Scottish International Scholarship Programme: The Scottish Executive is offering scholarships for students from China, India, South Africa, Australia, New Zealand and Singapore. The scholarships are available for courses at any Scottish Higher Education institution and applications for science and technology and creative industries will be given priority. The scholarship covers tuition fees, return economy airfare and a living allowance. For more information contact the British Council Office in your country or visit the website: www.scotlandscholarship.com
Open Society Foundation, London: The Media Programme supports training aimed at current or future media professionals, including instruction in professional skills and in-depth reporting on specialized areas such as economics and finance. Ms. Mabel van Oranje, Director EU Affairs, 5th/4th Floor Cambridge House 100 Cambridge Grove, Hammersmith. London W6 0LE. United Kingdom. Phone: (44) 207 031 0200. Fax: (44) 207 031 0201. Email: OSF-london@osf-eu.org
Marjorie Deane Financial Journalism Foundation: Every year the Trustees plan to make awards available to students wishing to obtain financial assistance in pursuing a postgraduate course in economics or a similar subject. Applications are accepted only in March each year. The Economist Group. 26 Red Lion Square. London WC1R 4HQ. Tel: 020 7576 8000. Fax: 020 7576 8475.
Commonwealth Scholarships and Fellowships Programme (CSFP): If you are from one of the Commonwealth countries (not the Commonwealth of Independent States) you may be eligible for this scheme. Awards are usually made for taught postgraduate programmes and research programmes. Scholarships normally cover tuition fees, travel and living expenses for up to three years. For further information about the Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship Plan, visit the website at www.csfp-online.org. For application enquiries, contact the British Council in your country, or contact their information centre: Tel: +44 (0)161 957 7755. Email: general.enquiries@britishcouncil.org
Other Trusts and Charities: Organisations such as the Rotary Club and other trusts and charities can be a useful source of small grants, but very few will be able to meet the total amount needed for fees and maintenance. There is a wide variety of trusts covering differing locations and professions. Consult the Grants Register and/or the Directory of Grant Making Trusts available from most libraries. The Association of Charitable Foundations provides links to charitable bodies that may have funding available: www.acf.org.uk
Financial Aid for US students: The University of Stirling is recognised by the US Federal Government as one of the foreign institutions that US students can come to study at and use their financial aid in the UK. You will need to apply for your Financial Aid in the US. Further information can be found at http://www.abdn.ac.uk/registry/tuitionfees/documents/usa_faqs_ug1.doc and www.britishcouncil.org/usa-education-funding-federal-aid.html
Scotland International Scholarships Programme: This is an exciting scholarship opportunity for students from China and India. Awards are available for full-time postgraduate study at any of Scotland's universities or higher education institutions. Courses must be 12-month taught masters programmes, and priority will be given to subjects in the creative industries, science and technology, and financial services. For further information on the scholarships, including eligibility and what the scholarships will cover please visit www.scotlandscholarship.com
St. Andrew’s Society Scholarships: The Saint Andrew's Society of Washington, D.C., accepts applications for US students of Scottish descent wishing to study in the UK to be awarded from its Washington Scots Charity and Education Fund Scholarship Program. For further details see www.saintandrewsociety.org/scholarships.htm
Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC). Whitefriars, Lewins Mead, Bristol, BS1 2AE
Tel: +44 (0) 117 987 6543 +44 (0) 117 987 6543 URL: www.ahrc.ac.uk
Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC). Polaris House, North Star Avenue, Swindon, SN2 1EU
Tel: +44 (0) 1793 413 000 +44 (0) 1793 413 000. URL: www.esrc.ac.uk
The British Academy. 10 Carlton House Terrace, London, SW1Y 5AH. Tel: +44 (0) 207 969 5200
+44 (0) 207 969 5200 URL: www.britac.ac.uk
Other means of funding: On some occasion agencies such as the Postgraduate Student Awards Agency for Scotland (PSAAS) makes available some funding for full time Masters Students. For additional information visit: http://www.student-support-saas.gov.uk/index.htm
Career Development Loans: These loans are available from banks and financial institutions for UK/EU students; for information on financial assistance to support your learning, please visit www.direct.gov.uk/adultlearning or contact 0800 100 900.
Please feel free to contact the Programme Director for further information:
Dr. Jairo Lugo, Director
MSc/PG Diploma in Financial Journalism
Department of Film, Media & Journalism
University of Stirling
Stirling, FK9 4LA
Scotland, UK
Phone: +44- 1786 467520
Fax: +44- 1786 466855
E-mail: jairo.lugo@stir.ac.uk
