Reasons that you should Study Journalism and Mass Media in Europe
Journalism is a program which enables students to pursue their dream or goal in having a career in mass media and communications. Students who pursue journalism have a lot of career options such as content marketer, editor, copy writer, corporate communications specialist, grant writer, reporter, public relations specialist, sports information director, social media specialist, technical writer and so on. The difference between mass media and journalism is that mass media portrays an array of platforms such as television, movies or games for messages to be reached out to people whereas journalism reaches out messages to the public either through newspaper or magazines.
The different types of mass media are as follows: Print Media such as Newspapers, Articles; Television, Movies and Video Games. Mass Media offers information and guarantees information to be spread through any media platforms. Living in a world, where technology is important and essential who day to day activities, mass media reaches out millions and billions time effectively and cost efficiently.
Europe is one of the seven continents located entirely in the Northern Hemisphere and partly in the Eastern Hemisphere. It is bordered by the Mediterranean Sea to the south, Atlantic Ocean to the west and Artic Ocean to the north. Most common languages spoken in Europe are Russian, French, German, English, Polish, Italian, Dutch, Spanish, Romanian and Ukrainian. Some of the largest cities in Europe are Paris, Moscow, Istanbul, London, Madrid, Barcelona, Rome, Milan, St. Petersburg and Berlin.
Since the Age of Discovery, Europe played an important role in Global Affairs. Interestingly, both world wars happened in Europe. Europe was both the host and the victim of the wars. “Ode of Joy” is the European anthem and it is sung on Europe Day to show its celebration on peace and unity.
There are many tourist attractions in Europe such as the Eiffel Tower, The Leaning tower of Pisa, Stonehenge, Louvre Museum, Edinburg castle, Vatican city, The Colosseum, Buckingham Palace, Acropolis, Notre Dame de Paris and Sagrada Familia. European countries are safer and quieter compared to other countries. Europeans are also very friendly and come to study welcoming towards the students who have come to study from various different countries.
According to a survey, students choose either Europe, America or Australia for their masters which Europe ranking the top position. This is mostly due to the fact that Europe offers undergraduate and postgraduate programs cheap compared to other “western” countries for both domestic students and international students. There are huge number of universities in Europe for programs in mass media and journalism. Since English is a commonly spoken language, most programs are taught in English leaving a few courses as an exception. Students can avail accommodation in the university dormitories or also in special lodges or motels or apartments exclusively for students. Students can also avail discounts and deals at shopping malls, concerts, games, grocery shopping and so on. Travel especially public transport such as metro train or buses are very cheap, faster and safer for students.
Culturally rich and full of precious experiences, Europe is a best choice for students to study their postgraduate program in mass media and journalism.
