BA (Hons) Multimedia Journalism with Foundation Year

The BA (Hons) Journalism with Foundation Year at the University of Wolverhampton prepares students for a future in journalism, intertwining the learning of essential journalistic skills with a broad understanding of the political, ethical, legal, and economic contexts of the media industry. The course offers an opportunity to develop practical skills in multi-platform journalism and engage with live news events.Course Content: Students start their learning journey with a foundation year, exploring topics related to this field. The course then branches into specialized subjects like convergent journalism, data journalism, advanced reporting, journalism theory, and a journalism project. The course also emphasizes work placements and industry experiences.Key Modules: Some hallmark modules include Convergent Journalism, Journalism in Society, Reporting and Newswriting, Advanced Reporting, Television News, and Radio News.Accreditations: The course is accredited by the Broadcast Journalism Training Council (BJTC). This means the course is designed to give students practical experience and has the industry's seal of approval. Future Careers: After graduation, students are equipped for a variety of career paths in the fast-evolving world of journalism and related industries. Career paths include broadcast, print, and online journalism, public relations, media management, and more. For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.