Media and Communication (Journalism) - BA (Hons)

Birmingham City University
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Bachelor's degree

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Description

  • Type

    Bachelor's degree

  • Location

    Billingham

  • Class hours

    12h

  • Duration

    3 Years

  • Start date

    September

The journalism pathway of our BA (Hons) Media and Communication course is ideal for anyone wishing to follow a career in the dynamic and competitive world of journalism.

We pride ourselves on teaching creative, contemporary journalism underpinned by traditional values and skills. That means learning the core media and communication skills that every working reporter needs before you specialise in an area that interests you.

You’ll be challenged academically – often by some of the industry’s leading names – and you’ll be expected to undertake meaningful work experience placements in media environments, and work on live stories, learning how to craft a story in a way that engages the audience.

By the time you graduate, you’ll be a thinking journalist with a specialism in news, broadcasting, features, or design. You’ll also be adaptable to the changes that the industry faces. Our graduates have gone on to work for Sky, BBC, Trinity Mirror and the Express & Star. Others have scooped prestigious awards at the Midlands Media Awards while still studying.

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Location

Start date

Billingham (Cleveland)
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Start date

SeptemberEnrolment now open

About this course

OpportUNIty: Student Jobs on Campus ensures that our students are given a first opportunity to fill many part-time temporary positions within the University. This allows you to work while you study with us, fitting the job around your course commitments. By taking part in the scheme, you will gain valuable experiences and employability skills, enhancing your prospects in the job market.

Applicants will also need a good portfolio to bring to interview at an Applicant Visit Day. See Portfolio Guidance on the 'How to apply' tab.

At the point of application, you must have GCSE at Grade C or above in English Language. Equivalent qualifications will be considered.

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Subjects

  • Visual Communication
  • Project
  • Industry
  • Communication Training
  • Media
  • Communication Journalism
  • Multiplatform Journalism
  • Media Festival
  • Specialist Reporting
  • Television Studio

Course programme

Year One

In the first year, the Multiplatform Journalism module provides the necessary foundations for a career in journalism, with essential insight into the life of a professional journalist.

You’ll explore a range of subjects and will source original content in a live news environment, and you’ll begin to explore theories and concepts that will help you to understand the role and impact of journalism on society. There will also be a focus on the legal and ethical considerations journalists face every day.

Modules include:

Researching the Media and Communication

40 credits

Introduction to Media Contexts and Practice 1: Multiplatform Journalism

20 credits

Introduction to Media Contexts and Practice 2

20 credits

Professional and Academic Development

20 credits

Media Festival

20 credits

Year Two

Building on the foundations from your first year, you’ll take the Specialist Reporting module, where you will get the chance to develop skills and begin to define your journalism future.

There will also be the chance to take module options such as Live Newsroom and other modules from across the media course, such as photography, PR or music industries to help give you flexibility in your award.

Journalism Studies

20 credits

Advanced Media Contexts and Practice: Specialist Reporting

20 credits

Professional and Academic Development

20 credits

Option 1

20 credits

Option 2

20 credits

Live Project/ Collaborative Practice

20 credits

Year Three

In your final year, you’ll begin to find your feet in the industry by studying professional journalism. If you choose the freelance route, you’ll have regular, tailored contact and support from your tutors and from specialist lecturers. This module also offers the chance to work on briefs from the journalism industry to develop a strong portfolio of work.

You’ll also complete a Major Project, which can either be a written dissertation or a practice-based project that will be tailored specifically to journalism, therefore giving you the ideal opportunity to catch the eye of employers and to build your contacts in the industry.

Major Project

60 credits

Option 3

20 credits

Professional Media Contexts and Practice: Professional Journalism

20 credits

Professional and Academic Development

20 credits

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