Broadcast and digital journalism in Leeds trinity university

This degree program equips you with the skills necessary to write effectively for broadcast media, while also developing versatile multimedia capabilities applicable to broadcast journalism, content creation, and other news-related communication fields.

Throughout the course, you will enhance your ability to investigate, record, write, edit, present, and produce news and factual programming. A comprehensive understanding of the modern news media landscape, including its societal context in the 21st century, as well as the social, ethical, and political impact of journalism today, will be fostered.

The program aims to shape you into an ethical journalist with a strong commitment to social justice. Ethics will be integrated into both practical and theoretical aspects of your coursework, encompassing industry regulations and the broader pursuit of diverse voices within our media to reflect our society and promote equal opportunities across a diverse population.

To apply your journalism skills, professional work placements are incorporated into the program, providing invaluable real-world experience. Additionally, you will engage in in-house news days, participate in live broadcasts at local, regional, and international levels, and contribute to our TV news magazine show, Yorkshire Voice.

During your final year, you will have the opportunity to gain further work experience by collaborating with an employer on a live project. Support will be provided to develop a professional portfolio, preparing you for your future career. The program also offers opportunities to study, work, or volunteer abroad, as well as participate in international collaborations on TV and social media projects, fostering engagement with students worldwide.

To fulfill our basic eligibility criteria for any undergraduate degree program, typically you must possess a minimum of five qualifications. Among these, it is necessary to have at least two Level 3 qualifications, which are equivalent to two full A-levels. Additionally, one of your qualifications must be GCSE English Language with a grade of 4/C or higher (or its equivalent). However, certain courses may accept GCSE English Literature with a grade of 4/C or higher instead.

IELTS 6.0 with 5.5 in each section.

A digital journalism degree offers promising career prospects in the rapidly evolving media landscape. Graduates can pursue various roles, such as digital journalist, online editor, multimedia reporter, social media manager, content creator, video producer, data journalist, and digital media strategist. They are well-equipped to work in digital news organizations, online publications, broadcast media, social media platforms, marketing agencies, and content production companies.

With their skills in multimedia storytelling, data analysis, and digital content creation, graduates can adapt to emerging trends and technologies in journalism, effectively engaging audiences across digital platforms. The demand for digital journalism professionals continues to grow as the digital transformation of media continues to shape the industry.

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