Course accredited by the National Council of Italian Journalists (CNOG) for the awarding of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) credits.
The program will enable participants to:
- critically update their knowledge and skills in the field of journalism in an international context, with particular focus on the European environment
- develop advanced understanding in key areas of professional innovation, strengthening adaptability and resilience skills
- enhance their ability to analyze and interpret issues central to contemporary public debate in Western societies
- gain the skills needed to address the digital transformation of journalism and its increasing internationalization
- develop expertise in building stable and engaging relationships with various connected audience groups, promoting the value of journalistic mediation
- diversify their professional skills in relation to the institutional and communication environments in which they can be applied
The master's programme is primarily intended for professional and freelance journalists, as well as for anyone interested in pursuing this career and seeking comprehensive training.
The programme addresses:
- the professional challenges arising from global transformations and the digital transition
- the needs of those aiming to enter the journalism profession
- those seeking to advance or enhance their current careers
This multidisciplinary programme is designed to meet the emerging needs for knowledge and skills resulting from the current transformation of the global context and the journalistic profession. It aims to foster the diversification of professional expertise in relation to the institutional settings and communication environments in which media professionals may develop or strengthen their career paths.
Obtaining the Level I Master’s degree in “Contemporary Journalism” allows for direct admission to the second year of the Master’s degree in International Relations and Development Cooperation (RICS) at the University for Foreigners of Perugia, provided that the requirements for admission to the Master’s degree programme are met. Check the requirements on the RICS programme page.
Upon recognition of 42 ECTS credits, master’s students who meet the above requirements and wish to enrol in the Master’s degree must acquire the remaining 78 ECTS credits—including the credits required for the thesis—by passing all exams not validated, including those from the first year.
Bachelor's degree or pre-reform degree (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, Umbria Regional Council 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 head of the Umbria edition of La Nazione
Paolo Morozzo della Rocca, Full Professor in the disciplinary area 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
November 2026 – June 2027
Application submission deadline
15 October 2026 at 1:00 pm
Cost
€2,000.00
Mode of delivery: online (live classes on Microsoft Teams)
Commitment: part-time (classes on Fridays and Mondays)
Class hours: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm / 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Course period: from October 15, 2026 to June 30, 2027
Total duration: 1,500 hours
Fee: €2,000.00, payable in three installments
Participants: minimum 25 - maximum 80
Language: Italian
The course is structured into 8 teaching modules, 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, regulatory 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 substantial ethical framework: 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 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 commission of the CNOG (National Council of the Order of Journalists) has awarded the Master's programme 6 professional development credits (CFP). The Order itself will grant the recognition of credits to registered journalists who obtain the qualification.