ObjectivesThis course will enable you to: develop specific skills in radio journalism and radio production; make a detailed study of the social, political, economic, historical and artistic aspects of mass media; develop your skills as a professional communicator, working in areas of media production, communication, problem solving, group work and business organisation; develop a good understanding of a wide range of media activities and gain experience of using language and media for creative and specialist purposes.
Entry requirementsEntry Requirements You should have a minimum of 280 points and two 6-unit awards. For BTEC NND we require DMM.
Academic titleBA Radio Journalism and Media
Course descriptionCourse Structure
Year 1
Introduction to Radio
Film and Broadcast Genres
Understanding Media and Society
Introduction to Politics and World Affairs
Successful Writing
Introduction to IT and DTP
Year 2
Radio Production
Radio Journalism Radio History and Radio Genres
Writing for Radio Media Sociology and Media Culture
Media Business, Industry and Technology
Year 3
Radio Professional Case Study Radio Practical Project
Media Policy: UK and International Perspectives
Media Audiences and Audience Research Media Laws, Regulations and Ethics