BA (Hons) Journalism with History

The Journalism with History course offered by Ulster University is a full-time undergraduate program that combines the disciplines of Journalism and History. This exciting and dynamic course offers students a unique blend of skills and knowledge that aids in shaping a well-roundedly educated individual who can navigate both present and historical contexts with ease. Course Content: This three-year course is designed to allow students to experience the key areas of both Journalism and History. Students have the opportunity to develop their practical skills in media production, as well as examine historical events, ideas, and debates. The modules are designed to encourage independent thinking and to develop robust research and analytical skills while offering a platform to critically discuss and interpret the significance of historical events and develop an understanding of how they can connect to current affairs.Key Modules: Some of the key modules that students will cover include: History: Facts and Fables; Cultures of News; Social History; From Broadcast to Mobile Journalism; Reading and Writing Journalism; The Historian's Craft; Documentary Journalism; and History and Memory.Accreditations: The Journalism part of this course is accredited by the National Council for the Training of Journalists (NCTJ) and the Broadcast Journalism Training Council (BJTC).Future Careers: Upon completion of the course, graduates can venture into a diverse set of careers in Journalism, Broadcasting, Teaching, PR, Marketing, Politics, International Relations, Academia, Law, and Business. They would also be ideally suited for roles in organizations where skills in analysis, communication, argument, and advanced literacy are required.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page here.