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School of Journalism, Media and Communication

Teaching, researching and celebrating journalism's bigger picture since 1994.

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The media industry is competitive - but with our contacts, expertise and round-the-clock careers support, we can offer you the vital skills and work experience you need to stand out from the crowd. 

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Research

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News

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ECREA Conference Journalism Section 2024 held in Sheffield

In April the School of Journalism, Media and Communication was delighted to host this year’s ECREA Conference for the Journalism Studies Section
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Major new book on emotional trauma in journalism branded pioneering and essential to industry

An “essential” new book delving into the cause and effect of trauma reporting experienced by journalists in all its forms was released by two University of Sheffield senior academics this week.
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Graduate scoops BJTC award for best radio report

Isabel Shore, an MA Broadcast Journalism graduate from the class of 2022, won the top prize for her radio project at the 2023 awards yesterday evening.

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Meet the academic and professional staff who are based in the Department of Journalism Studies.

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The Wave
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Sheffield
S10 2AH
 

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