The Journalism research group aims to investigate the key challenges facing journalism in the twenty-first century

These include: the inadequacies in the business models for both traditional and new forms of journalism; the question of how to preserve and promote the highest standards of quality news journalism at a time when they are coming increasingly under threat; problematic changes to journalism working conditions and practices; and the problem of how to engage and retain the attention of the audience for news in an age that presents it with an increasing number of alternatives and distractions.

The group also has a core focus on the relationship between journalism and various forms of democracy. It is particularly known for two books that it has published in this field (The Future of Journalism in the Advanced Democracies (Ashgate, 2007) and The Future of Quality News Journalism: a cross continental analysis (Routledge, 2013). These two volumes investigate the future of journalism across the globe.

The group's depth and breadth of journalistic experience is renowned within the industry and is reflected in an expanding range of prestigious research publications. Work in this area is led by the School’s Research Director, Peter Anderson.