Journalism

Journalism is a competitive industry with a wide-reaching influence on society. It is also a field that is subject to massive changes, which will have a profound impact on audiences and news disseminators. To operate effectively, journalists must now have a grasp of multimedia techniques and skills beyond the traditional craft of news-gathering and writing.

This course is designed to be responsive to changes in the industry and is forward-looking, with an emphasis on current and emerging journalism practice. You will be supported and encouraged to become an innovative storyteller while gaining valuable newsroom experience.

How will I be taught?

This course draws on a blend of lectures, seminars, practical workshops, demonstrations, tutorials and workplace experience. Based at Parkgate Road Campus, you will be able to take advantage of Mac labs offering access to industry-standard software, and professional standard technical equipment including our green screen TV and audio facilities.

You will have between six and ten hours of contact time per week, and will be expected to undertake 580 hours of independent guided study.

How will I be assessed?

You will be assessed through formal essays, portfolios of articles and audiovisual artefacts, and through the submission of a Journalism Master's Project. The weighting is 100% coursework.