Creative Media Production and Technology (Journalism)
- 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
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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
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The course has no exam and you are assessed continuously over the two years of the course.
- Entry Requirements
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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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