Journalism (Foundation Entry)

You’ll be introduced to the variety of ways in which creative practitioners have shaped society and the way in which society influences creative practice. We’ll help you acquire foundational skills appropriate to a range of specialist areas and introduce you to the wide range of choices in Arts and Media by presenting you with the challenges of problem-solving through creative practice which includes the development of ideas and a broad range of experimental and exploratory work.

This module will help you to understand the fundamental skill relevant to your chosen specialism, as well as develop and practice technical skills in the use of a range of media. You'll also learn the critical concepts related to contemporary practice in your chosen specialism and a broad understanding of work in a specialism area, to prepare you for progression to level 4 study.

Learning how to react to the day’s news, you will work in a team to create a variety of on-the-day content, which will prepare you for future newsdays and help you meet tight deadlines.

This module will give you all the essential information you need to tell engaging news stories. You will explore how to come up with ideas, where to find stories and contributors, and how to reach communities you may not already be a part of. There will be a strong emphasis on inclusion and diversity, learning how to tell stories that reflect people from different backgrounds.

In this module you'll learn the skills needed to be a news reporter, both technical and writing. You'll learn how to use broadcast cameras, audio recording equipment and how to edit video and audio.

This module will help you to recognise the ethical and professional issues faced by journalists within liberal democracies so that you're able to make informed practical decisions in your everyday work. You'll learn about the legal and regulatory framework in which journalists operate and apply your knowledge in a newsroom environment through practical sessions.

During this module you'll take part in at least 15 news production days, simulating a typical day in a real-life newsroom. You'll also develop your technical and writing skills.

During this module, you'll learn how to write engaging feature articles for specialist and non-specialist publications and magazines both in print and digital. You'll also learn the basics of photojournalism and how to appropriately promote your journalism to a wide audience.

This module introduces you to the framework, structures and institutions of central and local government and other public bodies in the UK in relation to journalism. You will study the Essential Public Affairs programme of the National Council for the Training of Journalists and learn how to use information from public bodies and present it to an audience.

Our module will enable you to recognise and understand the ethical issues journalists face. This will provide you with the tools to make informed and ethical decisions on the work that you create and ultimately, you will meet the requirements of the UK journalism industry accreditation bodies in the teaching of ethics and regulation.

Advance your journalism skills by taking part in 15 news production days, simulating what life is like for a reporter in the industry. You'll find stories, make TV and radio bulletins, and produce website and social media content.

This module prepares you for a work placement in journalism, creative media, communications or another relevant organisation. Undertake and benefit from a placement to enhance your employability, reflect and critically analyse the relevant organisation, industry sector and the employment opportunities available.

On this module you'll plan, script, record and edit a podcast (or series of) about news, current affairs or a sporting subject or topic of your choice. You will then go on to create a brand to market your podcast.

You'll learn how to use digital platforms to tell stories in creative ways. You'll explore how solutions-based journalism has a positive impact on the way audiences engage with digital content.

In this module, you'll work in a team to create a new brand and learn the skills needed to turn it into a successful business. You will also learn to use industry-standard software for print and online design.

You'll draw upon previous learning to initiate and undertake a sustained research-based study of your choice in the field of journalism

You will plan, film, interview, script and edit a short television documentary about a news/current affairs or sporting subject and topic of their choosing. You'll then critically reflect on the process.

You’ll study central and local government and other public bodies in the UK. You’ll learn how to access public information, produce topical stories and present to different audiences. The module prepares you for sitting both the University module and the NCTJ Essential Public Affairs examination. As well as aiming to meet the accreditation requirements of the Broadcast Journalism Training Council and the Periodicals Publishers’ Association.

Our module will enable you to recognise and understand the ethical issues journalists face. This will provide you with the tools to make informed and ethical decisions on the work that you create and ultimately, you will meet the requirements of the UK journalism industry accreditation bodies in the teaching of ethics and regulation.