Journalism /Journalism (Sport) (top-up) - BA (Hons)

University of the West of Scotland

Looking to learn the skills to drop the latest breaking news story? Our BA (Hons) Journalism programme will teach you everything you need to know to become a newsworthy multimedia journalist. Underpinned by theoretical insight into ethical and effective journalism, you’ll study news reporting, develop interview techniques, and hone your writing skills to meet the practical demands of today’s fast-paced news environment. You’ll also have the option to specialise in either Sports or Multimedia Journalism as you progress through the programme. Programme Highlights Combining theory and practical skills, you’ll learn everything you need to know to meet the demands of modern journalism. You'll gain expertise in the creation of multi-platform journalism and sports journalism content from news websites to magazines to podcasts. You will develop knowledge across a range of topics that cover national and international politics, issues in the world of sport and the social and cultural importance of journalism. You’ll study a wide range of topics, including national and local government, international relations, and civil and criminal law relating to the media. You can specialise in either Sports or Multimedia Journalism in the final years of the programme or pursue a broader journalism curriculum. Programme Details You will get the opportunity to produce journalistic content within news outlets across the west of Scotland, including major newsrooms, sports media organisations, in teams sports press offices and third sector organisations. Careers You will be equipped with the knowledge and professional practice skills to work in multimedia newsroom environments, as well as in a number of roles in press relations and as communication specialists.