Multimedia Journalism

You will be introduced to the concept of digital journalism and its impact on the media industry. You will also be introduced to the practicalities of writing for the web. This will include a practical and theoretical understanding of the adaptation of conventional journalism to meet the demands of the digital age.

You will learn about the history of the press and freedom of the press from the 17th century up to the development of new technology and present day practice, including multiplatform delivery, user-generated content and social media.

You will be introduced to, and develop, core journalism skills including news reporting, interviewing, reporting meetings, press conferences and much more. There is also the opportunity to interview guest speakers and to attend and report on live events.

This module introduces the theory and practice of creating digital media assets for web pages. This will include industry standard methods of production, storage and the use of digital video, audio and images. You will also have the opportunity to produce digital images, audio and video content as well as collaborate on the delivery of online content and media.

You can add a foreign language to your portfolio of skills. Enhance your employability by learning French, Japanese, Mandarin Chinese, Modern Standard Arabic or Spanish alongside your main degree. Whatever your language knowledge, from Beginners to Advanced, these classes will take you to the next level of proficiency. Visit UNIWIDE for more information.  

For this module you will undertake an evaluation of the values and style of presentation used in national, regional and local press, and equivalent digital sites. You will be introduced to editing, design principles and production software.

This module covers the British legal system including court procedure and reporting restrictions. You will be introduced to key laws including the Defamation Act, Contempt of Court Act, Sex Offences Act, Children and Young Persons Act, Copyright Act and the Human Rights Act. The module will also address legal and ethical issues regarding the protection of privacy and the right to report and will outline the role of the media's key regulatory bodies.

You will critically analyse and evaluate the production of news articles across a range of multimedia. You will evaluate target readerships and markets in print, online and broadcast sectors as well as at local, regional and national level. 

To build on a student's understanding of advanced audio skills and methods employed by journalists and explore theory of audio journalism in relation to contemporary debates. 

This module involves the design and creation of a print or digital magazine. The product will be created following examination and evaluation of a range of online and print magazines produced in the UK. The module will build on previously-acquired knowledge and skills, with students required to produce articles suitable for a stated readership. They will develop strategies for targeting required readership.

This module covers arts reviews and interviews across a number of forms and genres that represent art and cultural journalism. There will be opportunities to understand the role that arts journalism plays in context with other forms of journalism.

You can add a foreign language to your portfolio of skills. Enhance your employability by learning French, Japanese, Mandarin Chinese, Modern Standard Arabic or Spanish alongside your main degree. Whatever your language knowledge, from beginner to advanced, these classes will take you to the next level of proficiency.

This module further embeds the key concepts of journalism to expert level, with a focus on advanced skills. It looks at the role of journalists within the current media landscape and how they contribute to it effectively, both as an individual and as part of a growing commercial venture. This module involves the identification of an issue worthy of a single campaign or investigative-style piece of journalism and you will have the opportunity to work on real time live news events, operating in a newsroom environment and producing content to deadline. Advanced journalism techniques will reflect current professional practice and equip you with the key skills, knowledge and insight to operate both collaboratively and independently. Understanding the role of newspapers and news websites in investigating and campaigning on behalf of audiences and the ability to undertake more advanced journalism projects will further enhance employability.

This module involves the design, research and creation of a long-form piece of original journalism within the scope of the multimedia journalism undergraduate programme area. This may be related to the subject matter from previously-studied modules or a new topic of your choosing. You will select an overarching topic of social significance and produce four feature length articles as part of a portfolio of journalism, all related to that central theme. You will produce a proposal for your portfolio early in the process which will identify a target audience/publication for your piece of journalism and outline your research. The module will use a blended learning approach, with some taught and/or online learning supported sessions to support the development of appropriate practical, professional and, where necessary, technical skills. The independent work will be supported by a supervisor.

Building on knowledge already acquired on key pieces of legislation affecting journalists, this module will explore their impact through scenarios and practical exercises, examining the impact of the law across a range of platforms. The module will also explore the legal, practical and ethical problems posed for journalists by social media in newsgathering and publishing. The module will explore in depth a range of legal and ethical issues including protection of privacy and freedom of information, protection of confidential sources and reporting race and racist organisations.

To build on a student's understanding of advanced audio skills and methods employed by journalists and explore theory of audio journalism in relation to contemporary debates. 

This module involves the design and creation of a print or digital magazine. The product will be created following examination and evaluation of a range of online and print magazines produced in the UK. The module will build on previously-acquired knowledge and skills, with students required to produce articles suitable for a stated readership. They will develop strategies for targeting required readership.

This module covers arts reviews and interviews across a number of forms/genres that represent art and cultural journalism. There will be opportunities to understand the role that arts journalism plays in context with other forms of journalism.

You can add a foreign language to your portfolio of skills. Enhance your employability by learning French, Japanese, Mandarin Chinese, Modern Standard Arabic or Spanish alongside your main degree. Whatever your language knowledge, from beginners to advanced, these classes will take you to the next level of proficiency. Visit UNIWIDE for more information.