Media & Journalism

The news business is changing fast. The internet and mobile communications mean an always-connected public demands to know what's going on 24/7.

Developed in partnership with Trinity Mirror Group, Britain's largest regional newspaper publisher, this course equips you with the skills and knowledge to succeed as a journalist in the modern news industry.

As well as studying traditional journalism skills, you learn audio and video acquisition and editing, web publishing and 2D animation to produce a range of multimedia news packages. You take the National Council for the Training of Journalists preliminary examinations in law, public affairs, shorthand and news writing, enabling you to go directly into the industry on graduation.

What you study

Year 1 introduces you to the main themes of the course. You do not need any prior knowledge of journalism, but a good standard of English is essential. There is significant tutor support during this period to enable you to gain the confidence and skills necessary to be both a successful student and a future journalist.

In Year 2 you develop a deeper and more sophisticated understanding of the work of a journalist, producing material in a range of styles and techniques. At the conclusion of the Year you should be able to produce both print and multimedia journalism at a professional standard.

The final year focuses on self-managed activities, driven by your personal interests. This gives you the opportunity to develop a sophisticated portfolio of material in preparation for gaining employment.

How you learn

You are taught by media professionals in our new convergent newsroom to produce print and multimedia content using a professional editorial system.

How you are assessed

You are assessed on a range of practical and written assignments. For NCTJ accreditation, you sit examinations in Years 1 and 2 and complete a portfolio of journalism in Year 3.

Professional placement

This degree is designed and delivered in close collaboration with the Trinity Mirror newspaper group, which guarantees every student with an appropriate level of basic newswriting skills an opportunity to undertake work-based learning within the local newspaper. You also contribute to a student newspaper and website.

Professional accreditation

This degree is accredited by the NCTJ.

Career opportunities

You will graduate with the skills you need to take that first step towards a career in journalism in traditional, new or converged media.

Entry requirements

A typical offer is 240-280 tariff points (2011) or 280 tariff points (2012) from at least two A levels (or equivalent). You're normally invited for an interview where you can discuss your work, see our excellent facilities and meet staff and students.

More information

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• Funding
  Do you need funding to do your BA Multimedia Journalism degree? Then why not see if you are eligible for financial help with your studies.
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• Tside
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