Journalism
Postgraduate
In Leeds
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Postgraduate
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Leeds
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Different dates available
OverviewAt Leeds Trinity, we believe journalism is one of themost exciting, demanding, interesting and rewarding careers on the planet.
The online, print and broadcast industries are highly competitive, but our excellent links with employers mean they tell us - and helpus deliver - exactly what our trainees need to get a job.
We consistently deliver accomplished, legally aware journalists with multi-platform news skills, as well as the academic ability relevant for higher level research.
Our Postgraduate Journalism course incorporates all the multiplatform news skills needed for any career in journalism.
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About this course
Course BenefitsThe MA is a full time intensive programme designed to provide:
The practical skills required for multimedia journalism.
A comprehensive understanding of professional journalism practice, including researching and substantiating news stories, interviewing techniques, establishing contacts, shorthand. 
The knowledge and ability to apply the legal and regulatory frameworks conditioning British journalism.
An awareness of the professional roles and regulatory responsibilities of journalists. 
A critical understanding of the political and commercial structures within which news media operate.
The opportunity to undertake a piece of substantive independent research relevant to journalism.
The normal entry requirement is a good honours degree qualification – minimum 2.2, preferably 2.1.
If English is not your first language IELTS 7.0 (with no less than 6.5 in any component) or equivalent is the minimum requirement.
Please contact us for personalised advice on 0113 283 7123 or admissions@leedstrinity.ac.uk.
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- Journalism Programme Structure (PDF)
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- Journalism Programme Specification Document (PDF)
- JOU : News Skills (Print and Online) - Core
- JOU : Law, Ethics and Regulation - Core
- JOU : Live Production (Print and Online) - Core
- JOU : Professional Placement (Print and Online) - Core
- JOU : Public Affairs and Ethics - Core
- JOU : Applied Journalism Research project - Core
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