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BA (Hons) Digital Media Production and Journalism

University of Worcester, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

This course provides a comprehensive understanding of digital media production and journalism, equipping students with the skills to create engaging content for various platforms. Students will learn how to produce high-quality video, audio, and written content, as well as how to tell compelling stories through multimedia. The course will also cover the fundamentals of journalism, including ethics, law, and practice. Students will have the opportunity to work on real-world projects and collaborate with industry professionals, giving them hands-on experience in a dynamic and rapidly changing field.

Additional Information

Students will have access to state-of-the-art equipment and software, including editing suites, audio recording studios, and digital media production tools. The course is designed to provide students with a flexible and adaptable skillset that can be applied in a variety of contexts, from traditional media outlets to emerging digital platforms. Graduates of the program will be well-prepared to pursue careers in journalism, media production, and related fields.

Experience the Best in Multimedia and Digital Communication at University of Worcester

The University of Worcester is an ideal location for this course due to its strong focus on multimedia and digital communication. The university's Media and Communication department has a proven track record of producing skilled and innovative graduates who are highly sought after by employers. The campus is also equipped with cutting-edge technology and facilities, providing students with the best possible environment in which to learn and grow.

Why You Should Study This Course

Joint Honours Digital Media Production and Journalism provides you with an exciting opportunity to combine the development of creative work using digital media with an exploration of the practical business of how to research and communicate what's happening in the world, now. Studying these subject areas in combination will be an interesting prospect if design and communication are at the heart of your interests if the media and contemporary culture are your passions if thinking and learning through doing is your preferred approach to academic study, and if design and media-related employment is your long-term goal.

The Journalism aspect of this course will provide you with practical skills to work as a journalist or researcher, or in related communications jobs such as those in public relations. You will be well placed to progress to postgraduate study in journalism or in a wide range of other areas. Students have found employment in the following areas: radio presenting, both local and national, media research, journalism, event organizing, media planning, television, theatre, marketing, public relations, campaigns, teaching, and further study.

General Eligibility

104 UCAS Tariff Points

Part Time Work Details

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Year 1

Mandatory

  • Digital Media Production

  • Personal Development Skills

  • Introduction to Journalism

  • Introduction to Digital Techniques

  • Journalism Law and Ethics

2 Year 2

Mandatory

  • Digital Photography

  • Journalism, Law, Ethics and Society

Optional

  • Magazine Journalism and Feature Writing

  • Sports Journalism

  • Reporting Politics

  • Developing Your Media Career

  • Broadcast and Social Media

  • Broadcast Journalism

  • Social Media for Journalists

  • Environmental Journalism

  • Motion Graphics

  • Visual Effects

  • Digital Entrepreneurship

  • Music Video Production

  • Option modules from the Centre for Academic English and Skills.

3 Year 3

Mandatory

N/A

Optional

  • Work Placement

  • Investigative Journalism and Research Skills

  • Advanced Digital Production

  • Final Project

  • Campaigning and Environmental Journalism

  • Advanced PR and Comms

  • Gender, Identity and Inclusivity

  • Podcasting and Live News Production

  • Digital Media Project

  • Professional Practice

  • Design and Media Awards

  • Pressure Projects

  • Documentary Photography

  • Experimental Practice

  • Industry Brief

  • Live Brief

Language Requirement

  • IELTS5.5
  • TOEFL59
  • PTE50
  • Duolingo69

The IELTS score for international applicants to Joint Honours is 6.0 (with no less than 5.5 in each component).

Additional Information

This course is available: Part-time, 4 years

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