Degree Programme accredited by the National Council of Italian Journalists (CNOG) for the purpose of earning professional development credits (CFP).
The programme will enable students to:
- critically update knowledge and skills relevant to the journalistic profession in an international context, with particular focus on the European sphere
- acquire advanced knowledge in key thematic areas of professional innovation, fostering adaptability and resilience
- enhance analytical and interpretative abilities concerning issues at the heart of public debate in contemporary Western societies
- develop the skills required to address the digital transformation of journalism and its growing international scope
- develop competencies in building stable and engaging relationships with different connected audience communities, while emphasising the role of journalistic mediation
- diversify professional competencies to match the institutional sectors and communication environments within which they may be applied
The master’s programme is primarily aimed at professional and registered journalists, as well as at anyone interested in entering the profession and seeking widely accessible training.
The programme addresses:
- the professional challenges linked to global transformations and the digital transition
- the needs of those wishing to embark on this career path
- all who aim to continue and enhance their current careers
The multidisciplinary programme is designed to address emerging needs for knowledge and skills arising from the current transformation of the global context and journalism profession, by supporting the diversification of professional competences in relation to institutional contexts and communication environments in which media professionals can develop or further their careers.
Obtaining the First Level Master’s Degree in “Contemporary Journalism” allows accelerated enrolment into the second year of the Master’s Degree Programme in International Relations and Development Cooperation (RICS) at the Università per Stranieri di Perugia, provided that the applicant meets the admission requirements for the Master’s Degree. Please check the requirements on the RICS Degree Programme page.
Upon recognition of 42 ECTS credits, master’s degree holders who meet the admission criteria wishing to enrol in the Master’s Degree Programme are required to earn the remaining 78 ECTS credits, including those for the thesis, by passing all outstanding examinations, including those from the first year.
Bachelor’s degree or pre-reform degree awarded prior to Ministerial Decree 509/99.
Scientific Director
Borbala Samu
curriculum vitae
Executive Committee
Prof. Borbala Samu, Associate Professor in Modern Language Teaching
Prof. Stefania Scaglione, Associate Professor in Glottology and Linguistics
Dr. Nicoletta Santeusanio – Expert Language Collaborator
Scientific Director
Scientific Committee
Francesco Asdrubali, Full Professor of Environmental Technical Physics (ING-IND/11)
Luca Benedetti, President of the Order of Journalists, Regional Council of Umbria for the 2025–2028 term
Valerio De Cesaris, Full Professor of Contemporary History (M-STO/04)
Maura Marchegiani, Associate Professor of International Law (IUS/13)
Rolando Marini, Full Professor in the field of Sociology of Cultural and Communication Processes GSPS-06/A
Donatella Miliani, professional journalist and writer, Umbria correspondent for Corriere della Sera and Deputy Editor of the Umbrian edition of La Nazione
Paolo Morozzo della Rocca, Full Professor in the disciplinary sector of Private Law GIUR-01/A (formerly IUS/01)
Federico Niglia, Associate Professor of History of International Relations (SSD SPS/06)
Stefania Tusini, Full Professor in Social Sciences Epistemology GSPS-05/A (formerly SPS/07)
First edition A.Y. 2026-2027
Period of activity
October 2026 – June 2027
Application deadline
17 September 2026 at 1:00 pm
Cost
€2,000.00
Delivery mode: online (synchronous classes on Microsoft Teams)
Commitment: part-time (classes on Fridays and Mondays)
Class schedule: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm / 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Programme period: from 15 October 2026 to 30 June 2027
Total duration: 1,500 hours
Fee: €2,000, payable in three instalments
Participants: minimum 25 - maximum 80
Language: Italian
The course is organised into 8 teaching units, as indicated below:
Module 1 – New Frameworks in International Relations GSPS-04/B (formerly SPS/06)
Module 2 – Journalism in the Digital Transition: Risks and Opportunities GSPS-06/A (formerly SPS/08)
Module 3 – Immigration: History, Legal Frameworks and Narratives GSPS-05/A (formerly SPS/07)
Module 4 – Sustainability, Green Transition and Circular Economy IIND-07/B (formerly ING-IND/11)
Module 5 – A New Substantive Code of Ethics: Data Usage, AI and Social Responsibility in Journalism IINF-05/A (formerly ING-INF/05)
Module 6 – Science and Culture Communication: Contexts, Practices and Innovation GSPS-06/A (formerly SPS/08)
Module 7 – English Language for Journalism ANGL-01/C (formerly L-LIN/12)
Module 8 – The European Public Sphere: Politics, Civil Society and Media GSPS-02/A (formerly SPS/04)
The national committee of the CNOG (National Council of the Order of Journalists) has awarded the Master’s programme 6 professional training credits (CFP). The Order itself will grant recognition of these credits to journalists registered in the roll who complete the programme.