About Media And Journalism (with Foundation Year) BA(hons) in University of West of England

Gain a broad overview of the media industry, with a focus on digital innovation and emerging technologies. You'll develop an extensive understanding of current practices in media alongside a firm foundation in journalistic skills.

As a graduate of this course, you'll be a multi-skilled, flexible communicator with a range of transferable skills, ideal for starting out in a media career.

You'll learn from a dedicated teaching team that includes experienced journalists, media producers and academic researchers. They'll support you to undertake self-directed project work across a range of online and digital media, with a focus on the kind of specific briefs and tight deadlines you'll experience in the real world.

You'll develop writing and production skills across platforms, gaining the skills that will make you highly employable in a wide range of communications industries.

Explore the hands-on skill of traditional reporting. Become skilled at researching and producing engaging stories using blogs, content marketing and social media to reach different audiences with your storytelling.

Gain an in-depth understanding of the political, economic and media contexts in which today's media are produced and consumed. Find out how to turn your skills into a rewarding, well-paid career.

Thanks to our strong connections with Bristol's cultural scene, you'll receive ongoing input from journalists and broadcasters, innovative companies and arts organisations.

You'll take part in live briefs, masterclasses and research projects, and have access to volunteering or placement opportunities at organisations like The Post and Bristol City Council, or a paid internship with South West News Service or 72 Point.

Our final year Creative Industries Degree Show draws talent scouts and potential employers from across the region, meaning you'll be able to showcase your portfolio to important industry names.

And because all our journalism courses are based at Bower Ashton Studios, you'll have the opportunity to connect with peers from other related disciplines. Along with Spike Island, Arnolfini and Watershed, Bower Ashton forms part of our City Campus, a creative powerhouse that spans across Bristol, and helps fuel the city's continued cultural impact.

Focusing on the avenues that most interest you, you'll graduate in a confident position for your career.

Academic qualification equivalents

• Higher Secondary School Certificate/Indian School Certificate – Standard XII from CBSE/CISCE/WBCHSEB: English Language – 70%

English language requirements (one of the below):

• IELTS :Overall score of 6.0 with 5.5 in each component
• TOEFL IBT: Overall score of 80 or above, including a minimum of 17 in Listening and Writing, 18 in Reading and 20 in Speaking.
• PTE: Overall score of 50 with at least 51 in each component

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