This course gives you the knowledge, skills and hands-on production experience to pursue an exciting career in the multimedia world of journalism and related sectors.Taught by staff with academic expertise and professional experience, you’ll develop journalism skills and receive training in TV, radio and digital production – all alongside theoretical study.You’ll learn how to spot and investigate a news story, then write, produce and edit your own work across different platforms in our industry-standard studios, editing rooms and media suites.You’ll explore ethical issues, the role of journalism in society, and choose modules on topics ranging from documentary to citizen media.We will encourage you to develop links with the media industry, with opportunities to meet and learn from a range of professionals throughout your course. Recent guest speakers have included experts from the BBC, Channel 4, commercial radio and the independent sector. You’ll also have options to take a work placement, year in industry or year abroad to gain experience and put your skills into practice. You can also get involved in Leeds University Union’s (LUU) award-winning student media societies.Professional-standard facilitiesThe School of Media and Communication offers excellent facilities and technical support for developing your production skills and creativity. We have a range of industry-standard workspaces such as a podcasting studio, two TV studios with green screen and a broadcast-quality radio studio. You’ll use these facilities to complete individual journalism assignments and when working collaboratively during ‘newsday’ simulations of industry practice.You’ll be provided with your own mobile journalism kit, to enable independent news gathering in a way that mirrors professional working practices. In your classes you will learn how to use state-of-the-art video cameras, microphones and lighting. We provide a loans service where you can borrow this kit to allow you to practice and complete your assignments. You’ll also have full use of our editing suites, using industry-standard software.In addition to leading library facilities of the University, you'll have access to breakout rooms within the School to support your research-based study. We also have a student common room, especially for students studying in the School of Media and Communication.Take a 360 tour of our facilities.