University of Gloucestershire

Overview

Journalism and Communications (Top-Up) (Hons) is a hands-on BA honours degree tailored for students who possess a foundation degree, HND, or Diploma of Higher Education and seek to elevate their qualifications to full honours level. This program emphasizes the development of essential reporting, content creation, and public relations skills through practical learning experiences, including studio work, industry-style projects, and placements within media and communications organizations.

What you'll study

The top-up year enhances your prior higher education experience while cultivating honours-level expertise in journalism, communications, and content production.

• Ethics, Censorship and Regulation

  Learn to apply ethical frameworks and gain an understanding of the legal and regulatory landscape that governs journalism and communications.

• Media Communications and PR

  Master the art of communications planning, messaging, and public relations practices through real-world campaign development.

• Journalism Trends and Innovation

  Investigate emerging formats, digital storytelling techniques, and innovative practices within the news and content industries.

• Creating Content: Major Journalism Project

  Engage in a significant journalism-driven project that showcases your research, production, and editorial decision-making skills.

• Creating Content: Becoming a Specialist

  Focus on honing a specialized skill set, producing content that aligns with your intended professional direction.

Placement: You will undertake a work placement (or multiple placements) in a professional setting to bridge your academic learning with practical experience.

Portfolio: Your assessed work will culminate in a comprehensive portfolio that reflects your skills in journalism and communications.

Entry requirements

Applicants are typically expected to have one of the following qualifications:

• HND
• Diploma of Higher Education
• Foundation degree

There is no specific GRE/GMAT requirement for this program.

Career prospects

This program prepares graduates for diverse career paths in journalism, public relations, media communications, and related fields. The combination of practical experience and a robust portfolio equips students with the skills necessary to thrive in a competitive job market, enabling them to pursue roles in various media and communications organizations.