Multimedia Journalism (Broadcast) MA

Program Overview

Multimedia Journalism (Broadcast) MA

Overview

The Multimedia Journalism (Broadcast) MA is a highly practical, well-rounded course that produces multi-skilled broadcast journalists. Accredited by the Broadcast Journalism Training Council (BJTC), the course is designed to replicate the demands and pace of broadcasting today.

Course Structure

You will study five core modules and a Final Journalism Project, which can be a TV or radio documentary or a digital project. You will also study one optional module. You will learn through a rich mix of teaching styles including tutorials, seminars, workshops, case studies, group projects and independent research, with the course consisting of around 70 per cent practical work and 30 per cent theory.

Core Modules

• Digital Journalism Production: Advanced instruction in digital storytelling techniques. Students will output news and longform journalism to a range of multimedia platforms, specifically social media and mobile platforms.
• Media Law, Ethics and Regulation: An exploration of the factors that influence journalistic practices in Britain and around the world.
• Multimedia News Reporting: You'll be taught the professional skills to research, write, and produce multimedia journalism.
• Broadcast News: This module focuses on radio and television news and involves the output of a daily news bulletin in our radio and TV studios.
• Documentary: Storytelling for Impact: This module will develop your practical production skills further into making documentary radio and television.
• Final Journalism Project: Independent research to produce an in-depth journalism project.

Optional Modules

• Digital Magazine Publishing: This module explores the digital tools that are used to build and design compelling interactive content.
• Investigative Journalism: The theory, practice and techniques of investigative journalism.
• Podcast Production: In this module you'll learn about the different facets of podcast making, exploring genres and the production techniques required for specific formats.
• Travel Journalism: A critical exploration of travel journalism.

Course Accreditation

This course is accredited by the Broadcast Journalism Training Council (BJTC).

Entry Requirements

• A minimum of an upper second class honours degree (2:1). Applicants who don’t meet the minimum criteria but have relevant work experience are encouraged to apply.
• Applicants are required to include a link to one sample of their own published work in their personal statement.
• If your first language is not English, you should have an IELTS 7.0 with 6.0 in speaking and writing.
• Applicants are required to submit one academic reference.

Fees and Funding

• UK tuition fee: £10,700 (Price per academic year)
• International tuition fee: £17,500 (Price per academic year)
• Alumni discount available.
• Funding available for postgraduate students, including Student Finance England (SFE) and scholarships.

Facilities

• Melvyn Williams Broadcast Suite: A multifunctional space designed to meet the needs of modern multi-platform journalism, with industry-standard software and hardware.

Teaching and Assessment

• Teaching methods include lectures, seminars, workshops, problem-based and blended learning, and practical application.
• Assessment types include practical and coursework, with a focus on developing skills in multimedia journalism.

Research Groups

• Communication and Media Research Institute (CAMRI): Our research achieves real-world impact and we are proud to claim a rich and diverse profile of high-quality research and knowledge exchange in a wide range of disciplines.

Supporting You

• Study support: Workshops, 1-2-1 support and online resources to help improve your academic and research skills.
• Personal tutors: Support you in fulfilling your academic and personal potential.
• Student advice team: Provide specialist advice on a range of issues including funding, benefits and visas.
• Extra-curricular activities: Volunteering opportunities, sports and fitness activities, student events and more.

Course Location

• Harrow Campus: Our creative and cultural hub, home to most of our arts, media and digital courses, with state-of-the-art facilities for every discipline.

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