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The best journalism is creative. It makes people think, makes people laugh, makes people change their minds. Creative writing skills can improve your journalism – and journalism skills can improve your creative writing.
Our Journalism with Creative Writing BA will teach you core journalistic techniques and help you develop writing skills to deliver effective content across multiple platforms, while also encouraging your creative side.
Media and Communication at the University of Leicester, which includes Journalism, has been at the forefront of media research since...
The best journalism is creative. It makes people think, makes people laugh, makes people change their minds. Creative writing skills can improve your journalism – and journalism skills can improve your creative writing.<br/><br/>Our Journalism with Creative Writing BA will teach you core journalistic techniques and help you develop writing skills to deliver effective content across multiple platforms, while also encouraging your creative side.<br/><br/>Media and Communication at the University of Leicester, which includes Journalism, has been at the forefront of media research since 1966 and our teaching has always been informed by all the latest developments in the field. We are ranked as one of the top 15 places in the UK to study Communication and Media Studies*.<br/><br/>Creative writing modules will encourage, support and challenge you to write and experiment in all the major forms, including fiction, creative non-fiction, poetry, PR and scriptwriting. Youll develop your editing and research skills, and will also reflect on your work and processes.<br/><br/>Our course emphasises five key areas:<br/><br/>The development of your professional journalism skills across all platforms<br/>The study of the concepts and controversies backgrounding and surrounding 21st century journalism<br/>Work placements in professional journalism during your studies<br/>Entrepreneurial Journalism<br/>Creative writing<br/><br/>Journalism in the 21st century needs journalists who are comfortable operating across all platforms. This course will allow you to develop skills in broadcasting and digital/multi-media platforms as well as traditional print journalism so you can work in any and all media.<br/><br/>You will also receive a thorough grounding on key journalistic skills in core areas such as news-gathering and interviewing. You will be strongly encouraged to do industry placements with professional organisations, either as part of their degree or alongside it.<br/><br/>Alongside developing skills, you will also investigate the context and controversies which make journalism so interesting, relevant and crucial to society and democracy.<br/><br/>Our course is a strong blend of practical, academic and professional education, designed to produce students who can produce industry standard journalism, reflect on their practice and that of others and carry out useful and informative industrial placements. In short, you will learn to think like a journalist.<br/><br/>Through the great academic and practical support we offer you in group, as well as individual teaching situations, you will learn to work both collaboratively and independently. The way we will assess you will foster skills in critical analysis, communication, research methods, group work and of course, practical journalism. We also place great emphasis on helping you to build your skills for the world of work.<br/><br/>*The Complete University Guide 2021
Leicester isn't just a TEF-Gold rated (Teaching Excellence Framework 2023) and a top-30 UK university (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2024). It's cutting-edge research, world-class facilities, an incredible network of expert teaching staff, a warm campus community, and a place to call home.
What's more, all Clearing applicants are guaranteed a place in Leicester's accommodation! Expect modern furnishings, speedy Wi-Fi and cosy lounge areas - all at a range of costs and sizes. To secure a spot, make sure you've completed your application before 1st Septemb...
Leicester isn't just a TEF-Gold rated (Teaching Excellence Framework 2023) and a top-30 UK university (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2024). It's cutting-edge research, world-class facilities, an incredible network of expert teaching staff, a warm campus community, and a place to call home.<br/> <br/>What's more, all Clearing applicants are guaranteed a place in Leicester's accommodation! Expect modern furnishings, speedy Wi-Fi and cosy lounge areas - all at a range of costs and sizes. To secure a spot, make sure you've completed your application before 1st September.<br/> <br/>With a student body made up of Midlanders, Brits, and people from across the world, you're bound to make friends for life at Leicester. Whatever you're passionate about, there are plenty of opportunities to meet like-minded people, with societies including Film, Debating, Art, Bollywood, Archery & Tennis. Leicester is also one of the most student-friendly cities in the UK. You've got music venues, bars, pubs & clubs all on your doorstep!
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Full-time
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Unknown
Start Date
23/09/2024
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Course Code
P502
Institution Code
L34
Points of Entry
Year 1
Scottish HigherQualification accepted. Contact Admissions Team for further information: study@le.ac.uk. Access to HE DiplomaQualification accepted. Contact Admissions Team for further information: study@le.ac.uk. International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme28 Must include a minimum of grade 4 in English A or 5 in English B if minimum of grade 4/C not held in English Language GCSE Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)Qualification accepted. Contact Admissions Team for further information: study@le.ac.uk. GCSE/National 4/National 5English Language GCSE Grade C/4 Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)Considered alongside other qualifications. Contact Admissions Team for further information: study@le.ac.uk Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - PrincipalConsidered alongside other qualifications. Contact Admissions Team for further information: study@le.ac.uk. Extended ProjectQualification accepted. Contact Admissions Team for further information: study@le.ac.uk. Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)Considered alongside other qualifications. Contact Admissions Team for further information: study@le.ac.uk. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)Considered alongside other qualifications. Contact Admissions Team for further information: study@le.ac.uk. Leaving Certificate - Ordinary Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)Considered alongside other qualifications. Contact Admissions Team for further information: study@le.ac.uk. A levelB,B,B |
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