International Journalism
BA (Hons), BA
Is International Journalism for you?
This course is designed for students who are interested in the dynamic change in today’s world and intend to work as journalists in an international environment or work for global media networks. If you are interested in traveling, working abroad and reporting exciting stories from different parts of the world, this is the course for you. The United Kingdom is one of the most important bases for international news organisations and global networks in the world. With a unique cultural access to both sides of the Atlantic and a defining influence all over the world, it is perhaps one of the best places to study International Journalism. This is a vocational course that aims to train future journalists to work in national and international media, global news networks and news agencies. The course combines practical modules practising writing and reporting in print, radio, TV and online journalism with theory modules studying media law, ethics, media theory and international politics.What will you get out of studying this course?
The International Journalism programme enables you to gain valuable skills in print, radio, TV and online journalism as well as a sound understanding of international affairs. You will also acquire such transferable skills as analysis and interpretation, presentation, teamwork, initiative and research, which are of lifelong value.What career opportunities are available?
With the practical skills required by the journalism and media industry and an appreciation of news from a global perspective, students will be well positioned to seek employment in a variety of news organisations in the UK and other countries. The degree is relevant to a number of careers in journalism, public relations and publicity or other careers where communication skills are important. Our graduates have a good record of obtaining jobs in newspapers, magazines, radio and TV broadcasting within the UK and in Europe, America, Asia and the Middle East.Student views
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Further information
Media Arts and Social Science Admissions Unit
Room 217 Dean Walters Building
St James Road
Liverpool
L1 7BR
Tel: 0151 231 5175
Email: massadmissions@ljmu.ac.uk
