University Foundation Media & Journalism
Hatfield, United Kingdom
DURATION
2 Semesters
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
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Introduction
"Due to the ongoing Coronavirus pandemic, examinations may be replaced by an alternative form of assessment during the academic year 2021/2022. Please refer to the Programme Specification on these pages for further details."
In journalism, you will develop professional writing skills with an awareness of the target audience and the legal and ethical framework for publishing. The academic study of journalism involves the development of key journalistic skills including the ability to write a news story, conduct an interview and put together a feature article. Students also conduct an analysis of the differences between types of newspaper and the news values they display, examine major ethical and legal issues pertaining to the practice of journalism in the UK.
Join our lively, creative community, study a range of fascinating subjects and learn from some of the most exceptional research-active academics in their field. It’s all about discovering new ideas, deepening your knowledge and developing a truly exciting future.
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Curriculum
Modules
For One Semester
Semester one
- Interactive Learning Skills and Communication
- Principles of ICT
- Business Studies
- Introduction to Mass Communications
For Two Semesters
Semester one
- People and Society
- Globalisation
- Introduction to Economics
- Business Management
Semester two
- Business Studies
- Introduction to Mass Communications
- Introduction to Accounting
- Introduction to Economics
Minimum 50% pass mark in all modules with minimum 85% attendance required across all modules for progression to Stage 2.
Rankings
Journalism, publishing & public relations is ranked 31st in the UK by The Guardian University League Tables 2017
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Career Opportunities
Potential careers in advertising, desktop publishing, film production, journalism, public relations, television production and web design, with previous graduates having been employed by Christian Dior, Jaeger and Which Magazine.