BA (Hons) Journalism at University Centre Peterborough

A practical journalism degree delivered at the Media and Journalism Centre in Peterborough city centre and the main campus, taught by current industry professionals. Students gain grounding in print, radio, photo and digital journalism and complete a 15-day placement with a local media organisation. Validated by The Open University (UCAS code P500).

Faculty: Journalism and Media  |  Duration: Full-time: 3 years (2 full days a week); Part-time: 4 years (1-2 full days a week)  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September  |  Location: Peterborough, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1: Media Law and Ethics, News Reporting, Exploring Journalism, Introduction to Video, Integrated Design and Features, Introduction to Audio, Launching your Career. Year 2: Mobile Filmmaking, Employability, Photojournalism, Politics and the Media, Magazine Production, with options in Shorthand, Podcasting and Documentary Filmmaking. Year 3: Professional Placement, Major Projects, Journalism Portfolios, Content Marketing.

Career pathways

Graduates become journalists, news and sports reporters, radio producers/presenters, content creators, PR and press officers, researchers, copy editors and marketing copywriters.

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