Bachelor of Arts [B.A] [Sports Journalism] From University of Huddersfield

Our inspiring, industry-experienced academic team will develop your journalistic skills, introducing you to the concepts of ÔnewsÕ and ÔfeaturesÕ, and teaching you how to carry out research, conduct interviews, structure your writing and get published. As the Journalism and Media (Hons), offered by University of Hertfordshire,Êprogresses, youÕll discover how journalism varies across video, radio and the internet, hear from inspiring industry guest speakers and take placements in real newsrooms.

YouÕll also delve into the history of media, its role in society, how it shapes our views and how new technologies are disrupting traditional communication channels. ItÕs this combination of the theoretical with the highly practical that will turn you into a skilled, well- rounded media practitioner ready to launch an exciting, rewarding career.

Why choose this course?

• Real-world skillsÊÑ Learn how to create and publish content on a broad range of formats including print multimedia and within online platforms?
• Bridging theory and practiceÊÑ Students studying this course will gain a theoretical and critically reflective understanding of media whilst gaining practical skills as an author and designer of published material in variety of formats including print based publications to broadcast and advertising campaigns to web based publications. This means that The majority Almost all of our courses taught are assessed by 100% coursework.
• Value addedÊÑ Every student is allocated a personal tutor to monitor and advise on their overall academic and personal development supplemented with drop-in skills sessions and specialist tutors to refine and polish your writing. Our Media Matters series of Media Industry talks and Creative Writing talks are career-focused, delivered by industry specialist professionals.

What job can I get?

Our graduates have an excellent record of gaining employment in media, publishing, teaching and information management where their skills in analysis, communication and evaluation are highly valued. Many of our graduates go on to higher levels of study engaging in research in their chosen fields. Whatever your future career plans, what is important to your potential employers is the range of intellectual, transferable, personal skills and experience you have gained and can demonstrate. We ensure our programmes are relevant to the world of work through active links with regional employers across a range of industries and professions.