BA Hons Journalism, Media and Communication & Spanish at University of Strathclyde

Study with us

• ranked in the UK Top 10 for Communication and Media (Complete University Guide 2020)
• opportunity to study Spanish as a beginner
• learn the skills and practices of contemporary journalism in a digital, multimedia era
• engage with the media and communication industry in Glasgow and beyond
• enjoy our programme of visiting speakers from the world of broadcasting, publishing, communication and newspapers
• opportunities for media work placement experience

Why this course?

Today’s media industry expands beyond traditional print and broadcast journalism. It includes professional bloggers and vloggers, freelance writers and editors, podcasters, people working in entertainment TV, radio, or film, creators of video games and interactive apps, promoters of ideas and products, and many others.

The most successful professionals in today’s media are not only highly skilled in reporting, writing, editing and pitching their material, but they are also excellent communicators online and offline, and problem-solvers. They are innovative and entrepreneurial, bold and curious, open-minded and collaborative. These are also some of Strathclyde’s core values, which guide our own teaching, research, and public engagement.

With more than 500 million native speakers, Spanish is the second most commonly spoken language in the world. Speaking Spanish will help you conduct business more confidently in countries that are becoming increasingly important in world markets. 

Journalism, Media & Communication

Our taught graduate programmes combine academic excellence in journalism studies with professional education to industry standards. We offer taught Masters degrees in:

• Digital Journalism (MLitt)
• Media and Communication (MLitt)
• Applied Gender Studies (MSc)

We also offer various research degrees including an MRes in Journalism.

Learning & teaching

Journalism, Media & Communication

As a student, our learning and teaching aims to help you:

• develop knowledge and understanding of the professional practices, skills and social contexts of the journalism, creative writing and communication industries
• help you think and work critically and constructively
• become a confident and responsible graduate, equipped to develop your potential throughout your career

Spanish

We focus on the four important language skills:

• reading
• writing
• speaking
• listening

Careers

Journalism graduates from Strathclyde have won awards for student journalism and have gone on to succeed at national newspapers, the regional press and as published authors.

Among graduates’ job titles are press officer, marketing and media officer, freelance journalist, fundraiser and PR assistant.

Modern language graduates are in high demand across a range of areas. Some language graduates become teachers or translators, while others work in multilingual or international environments. Many of our students now work in journalism and broadcasting.