JOURNALISM / JOURNALISM (SPORT) at University of West of Scotland

OVERVIEW

The UWS Journalism course prepares you intellectually and practically for success in the modern multi-platform world of journalism – with the opportunity to specialise in news, sport or pursue a broader journalism curriculum.

You will study news reporting, interviewing and writing skills and prepare yourself for the demands of today's dynamic and fluid news environment. 

The course underpins practical production and broadcasting skills with theoretical insight into ethical and effective journalism. You will build your knowledge of national and local government, international relations, and civil and criminal law relating to the media. 

The subject areas at the core of the programme provide a strong foundation in a range of specific journalistic disciplines. 

Core modules will comprise practical journalism modules in newsgathering, producing news and features, layout & design, digital video production, broadcast journalism, as well as work placements. 

There is also an option of specialising in Sports Journalism as you progress through the course with relevant modules available. If you pursue this route you will graduate with a bracketed Sports Journalism title. An additional specialism in magazine journalism is also available. 

Learn a Language (optional)

This course also gives you the option of taking a language module, which can count towards your degree. These modules cover multiple languages and range from absolute beginner to near-native speaker level. The cost of your language module is included in the tuition fees.

Jobs

Graduates are equipped to work in newsrooms and with the essential skills to compete within a multimedia environment.