Journalism and Media (BA): 3-Year, Full-Time
Bachelor's degree
In London
Description
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Type
Bachelor's degree
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Location
London
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Duration
3 Years
Are you a budding journalist keen to acquire practical journalistic skills? Do you want to gain a sophisticated understanding of the rapidly changing fields of journalism and media? During this course, you will combine the academic analysis of media with practical teaching from experienced industry professionals.
Our BA Journalism and Media offers a unique multidisciplinary approach, challenging you to develop an understanding of the political, historical, cultural and social contexts in which journalists operate. This academic emphasis is complemented by solid practical modules, in which you will learn how to write, create and curate across a range of journalistic specialisations, genres and platforms - from the more traditional to the digital.
This is your opportunity to gain an independent, university-level qualification focused on strategic and high-end skills. Not only will you gain practical knowledge of the journalism field, but also the cutting-edge insights needed to build, manage and navigate a career within today's fast-changing media.
This course is also available for part-time evening study over four years and six years.
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About this course
Graduates can pursue careers in journalism (newspapers and magazines, print, online and digital), public relations and the creative industries. This degree can also provide transferable skills and knowledge to work across a broad range of professional communications roles and settings.
We welcome applicants without traditional entry qualifications as we base decisions on our own assessment of qualifications, knowledge and previous work experience. We may waive formal entry requirements based on judgement of academic potential.
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Subjects
- Communication Training
- Social Media
- Technology
- Law
- Layout
- Digital Video Editing
- Feature Writing
- Video Editing
- Cultural Studies
- Interview Skills
- Politics
- Conflict
- IT Law
- Design
- Marketing
- Media Studies
- Web
- Project
- Communications
- Writing
- Part Time
- Full Time
- Media
Course programme
The BA Journalism and Media consists of 12 modules of 30 credits each, for a total of 360 credits.
In Year 1, you take one compulsory module and three core modules.
In Year 2, you choose four option modules at Level 5.
In Year 3, you choose three further option modules at Level 6 and complete a project, which is either an 8000-word academic dissertation or a high-level piece of practical journalism (e.g. extended feature article, magazine design, mini-documentary), accompanied by a 3000-word critical practice essay.
YEAR 1 COMPULSORY MODULE- Doing Film, Media and Cultural Studies
- Introduction to Journalism Practice
- Journalism in British Life
- Media Studies: Key Thinkers and Approaches
- Digital Media Design and Development
- Documentary
- Journalism and Politics
- Journalism: Interview Skills and Feature Writing
- Media Law and Regulation
- Media, Technology and Culture
- Popular Culture in Japan and East Asia
- Social Media for Creative Practitioners
- The Versatile Journalist
- Advanced Skills in Digital and Networked Communication
- Aliveness and the Arts
- Globalisation and Media Cultures
- Manga and Anime
- Media and Conflict
- Media Law and Regulation (level 6)
- Memory, Media and Digital Culture
- Principles of Digital Video and Editing
- Principles of Layout and Design
- Research Methods
- The Mediated City
- Project BA Journalism and Media
Additional information
FEES
Full-time home students: £ 9250 pa
Full-time international students: £ 14280 pa
Journalism and Media (BA): 3-Year, Full-Time