Journalism

BA (Hons)

Part-Time

Course overview

The course has been designed to offer a combination of writing and practical skills such as: Shorthand, Publishing Production, Video Journalism, Photojournalism, Online Journalism and other specialisms. Students are fully supported through a variety of team and individual work to help them achieve their goals. The course is validated by Anglia Ruskin University and students complete a total of six modules in each year. Assessment is mainly by portfolio, with a small number of examinations. The course is currently awaiting accreditation by the Periodicals Training Council.

Expanded course information

Learning and teaching methods including lectures, seminars, tutorials, workshops, enquiry-based learning, project work and work experience.
Level one core modules (subject to change)
  • Media Law and Ethics
  • News Writing 1 and News Writing 2
  • Magazine Project 1
  • History of Journalism
  • Practical Sub-Editing
Level two core modules
  • Politics and the Media
  • Radio Journalism
  • Online Journalism
  • Photojournalism
  • Broadcast Journalism
  • Magazine Project 2
Level three core modules
  • Undergraduate Major Project
  • Research Methods
  • Internship
  • European and International Journalism
  • Investigative Journalism
  • Press and PR
  • The Business of Magazines
  • The Journalist as Specialist

Assessment

Each year students undertake Personal Development Planning (PDP) which encourages reflection on progress to date and the achievement of transferable skills and knowledge.

Assessment methods used on this course include portfolios, oral presentations, reflective journals, group work, peer assessment, written essays, commentaries, and reports and case studies based on work experience.

Facilities

Both campuses have access to excellent facilities including video cameras and editing software, multimedia studios and radio equipment, all of which allow you to develop a range of skills to industry standards.

Special features

Guest speaker events with professional journalists are regularly organised by students and staff, and volunteer opportunities are available from a range of regional and national organisations and employers.

Links with industry and professional recognition

The course at Harlow is accredited by the Periodicals Training Council and is currently awaiting accreditation by the National Council for the Training of Journalists.

The course at Peterborough is currently awaiting accreditation by the National Council for the Training of Journalists and by the Periodicals Training Council.

Work placements

Work placements are encouraged from the very beginning of the course. Staff are on hand to offer advice and help out with contacts.

Associated careers

Career opportunities for journalists are broad and include working for print, broadcast and online organisations, with opportunities to specialise in, for example, investigative or sports journalism.
Entry requirements listed are for September 2013 entry. Entry requirements for other intakes may differ.

Entry requirements

Our typical minimum entry requirement is Grade C or above in GCSE English plus 120 Tariff points at A Level or an advanced level qualification in a related subject such as National Certificate/Diploma or Access certificate alongside a written portfolio. Accelerated entry on to level 2 or 3 can be possible with a relevant HNC or HND qualification. Mature applicants who not qualify by any of these routes are welcomed to contact us to discuss admission on previous qualifications and experience.

How to apply

To request an application pack or for further details on the application process please email University Centre Peterborough enquiries on ucpenquiries@anglia.ac.uk or call 0845 196 5750

UCAS code

P500

Location

Duration

4 years

Available starts

September

Student finance


Alternative course

BA (Hons) Journalism can also be studied in Harlow.

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Faculty

Arts, Law & Social Sciences

Department

English, Communication, Film and Media

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