BA Hons. Journalism and Digital media

The BA (Hons) Journalism and Media course offered by the University of Hertfordshire is a rigorous and exciting program that combines theoretical study with practical skills to form graduates into competent media professionals. This course is ideal for anyone who wishes to pursue a rewarding career in journalism.Course Content: The program provides a comprehensive exploration of various areas such as publishing, public relations, advertising, video production, social media, and digital journalism. Students learn to research, produce and present news and features across multiple media platforms. They are also taught to manage social media campaigns and gain a clear knowledge of media law and ethics.Key Modules: Core modules include Introduction to Journalism and Media; Developing Multimedia Journalism; Newsdays and Journalism Portfolios; Media Regulation, Law and Ethics; Crisis Communication and PR; Audio-Visual Production Skills; Advertising and New Media. During their second and third years, students will refine their skills through a series of News Days, producing live news and current affairs content. In the final year, a major project in the form of a journalism portfolio forms a crucial part of the program.Accreditations: This course is not just academically sound but is also industry-recognized. It has been accredited by the Broadcast Journalism Training Council (BJTC), ensuring students meet the highest standards set by the industry.Future Careers: With the completion of this course, graduates can look forward to a variety of career opportunities in journalism, PR, advertising, television, radio, digital and social media, corporate communications, content production, and more. It provides the perfect launch pad for a career in the ever-changing media industry, with alumni currently working at BBC, The Guardian, CNN, and ITV.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page here.