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Cert HE Journalism at Birkbeck, University of London

Birkbeck, University of London, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Approved by the National Union of Journalists (NUJ), this highly practical Certificate of Higher Education in Journalism will develop your journalistic skills from day one. You will improve and hone your writing and interview skills, learn how to write for different audiences and specialist markets, and develop professional writing habits. You will be taught by practitioners with practical journalistic and teaching experience.

Duration: Two to three years part-time  |  Study mode: part-time  |  Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Compulsory modules include Introduction to Journalism Practice, Journalism in British Life.

Career pathways

Graduates can pursue career paths in: journalism (newspapers and magazines, print, online and digital), public relations, the creative industries.

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Entry requirements

All modules are taught at university level, so you should be able to read, write and speak English fluently.

Duration: Two to three years part-time

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