Media & Journalism

Journalism is the process of observing, investigating and reporting events, trends and issues to a mass audience. From writing about the local football team’s progress to reporting for the national newspapers to hosting your own radio show, journalism is an exciting, challenging and highly rewarding career.

You study the practice of print, broadcast and new media journalism and develop the knowledge and skills to progress to a career in journalism. We combine theory and practice, using live briefs and liaising with our industry partners. Successfully complete this course and you will have the opportunity to progress on to our BA (Hons) Journalism and News Practice (Top-up Award) degree.

This is an award of Teesside University delivered in partnership with Darlington College (campus code 1, call 01325 503050).

How you learn

You study journalism in a range of ways - lectures, seminars, tutorials (individual and group) and through work-related learning in the newspaper industry. Progress tutorials help you discover and develop your personal aptitude.

How you are assessed

You are also assessed in a range of ways. You write essays and reports and construct portfolios of evidence to demonstrate your journalistic skills. You also take examinations as part of this course.

Professional placement

You are encouraged to undertake work-based study, benefiting from our close links with The Northern Echo, the BBC and ITV Tyne Tees.

Career opportunities

This degree will allow you to take the first step towards employment in either the print or media industries.

Entry requirements

The entry criteria are based on your ability to succeed and can be demonstrated in a variety of ways including:

• a range of Level 3 qualifications (NVQ 3, BTEC Award, A level)
• appropriate training through work.

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