Hebei University (HBU)

Master in Journalism and Communication

China Taught in English Open to international students

Introduction

Hebei University, founded in 1921 and now based in Baoding, is a comprehensive provincial university serving around 40,000 full-time students across a wide range of disciplines. The institution offers programs in philosophy, economics, law, education, literature, history, science, engineering, agriculture, medicine, management and the arts, and hosts numerous doctoral and master’s degree authorizations as well as postdoctoral research stations. Hebei University has expanded through provincial and national collaborations and prioritizes both teaching quality and applied research.

The university’s large campus environment supports a diverse student experience with abundant academic facilities, laboratories and research centers. Hebei University places emphasis on discipline development in areas such as life sciences, green development and cultural heritage, and it has established multiple provincial and national laboratories and innovation platforms. Student services include international student training pathways, scholarship opportunities, language support and cultural programs designed to help overseas students integrate and engage in campus life.

For international applicants interested in a comprehensive Chinese university with extensive research capacity and regional impact, Hebei University offers broad academic choice, strong provincial backing and opportunities for collaborative projects. Its connections across industry, cultural institutions and research centers make it suitable for students seeking interdisciplinary study, fieldwork or research in environmental science, materials, chemistry, medicine and humanities. The university’s scale and program diversity provide many pathways to academic development and professional preparation in China.

About the Program

The Master in Journalism and Communication at Hebei University is a 2-year program for students who want to build a career in media and communication. This master's degree is taught in English and open to students with a high school diploma.

The curriculum covers subjects like news writing, broadcasting, and public relations. Students will develop skills in writing, editing, and storytelling, with hands-on experience in newsrooms and media outlets.

Graduates can pursue careers as News Editors, Broadcast Journalists, or Social Media Managers in industries like media, publishing, or advertising. They can work for companies like CNN, BBC, or Reuters, or start their own media businesses.

Tuition in Context

This program's tuition is 35% below the typical master's in China.

Median tuition for that cohort is 4,237 USD, across 6,617 programs in our catalog.

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English Test Requirement

This program asks for IELTS 5.5-6.0. Here's what that's worth on the other tests universities accept, based on the official concordance tables:

TOEFL iBT
46–59
PTE Academic
42–49
Duolingo
85–95
CEFR level
B1/B2
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Equivalences are approximate — confirm the exact test and score the program accepts.

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