UAL Level 3 Diploma and Extended Diploma in Creative Practice: Art, Design and Communication – Journalism

Course Information

  • Course Type School Leaver
  • Subject Area Media and Film
  • Qualification UAL Diploma/Extended Diploma
  • Study Mode: Full Time
  • Course Level Level 3
  • Course Length 2 years

Overview

This course is designed for those who want to develop a career in journalism and the publishing industry. It will focus on many aspects of both digital, multi-media and print journalism, including magazine design, podcasting and photography.

Who is this course for?

Choose this course if you enjoy writing, photography and investigative journalism.

What you will study

On this course you will:

  • Develop practical and creative skills through a variety of assignments, such as news and feature writing, photojournalism, magazine/newspaper design and production, documentary and podcasts
  • Find out how to conduct interviews for print and online outlets
  • Create designs using industrystandard software such as InDesign
  • Develop photography and audio recording and editing skills
  • Work with professionals from the BBC and the Met Office, among others
  • Research writing skills and journalism law
Assessment

The course has no exam and you are assessed continuously over the two years of the course.

Entry Requirements

Five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English Language and Maths*

You will need a keen interest in journalism

Progression and careers

You could go on to university level to study a Journalism degree or a Communications, PR or Marketing degree. You could also get a job in the journalism and publishing industry or an apprenticeship through companies such as the BBC and Sky Academy.

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