BA (Hons) Multimedia Journalism – Bournemouth University
If you’d like an exciting career in the fast-paced world of journalism then this is the course for you. Develop the skills needed to work in a multi-disciplinary media environment including TV, radio, print and online journalism. The well established BAMMJ degree has been running for 28 years and has thousands of graduates in the journalism industry. We are proud of our industry endorsements and always strive to match industry demands and digital, mobile requirements. We aim that our graduates leave as responsible, independent multimedia journalists ready for employment.
NCTJ elective modules offered (News):
- Journalism for a Digital Audience
- Public Affairs for Journalists
- Shorthand for Journalists
- Media Law Court Reporting
- Videojournalism for digital platforms
- Sports Journalism
- Photography for Journalists
NCTJ elective modules offered (Broadcast):
- Journalism for a Digital Audience
- Public Affairs for Journalists
- Shorthand for Journalists
- Broadcast Journalism
- Sports Journalism
- Photography for Journalists
NCTJ elective modules offered (Magazine):
- Journalism for a Digital Audience
- Public Affairs for Journalists
- Shorthand for Journalists
- Videojournalism for digital platforms
- Sports Journalism
- Practical magazine journalism
- Photography for Journalists
Foundation year:
We have a foundation year option for UK students who do not meet the entry requirements for the degree course. This additional year of study will give you a grounding in the media & communication skills required for this course, building your confidence, knowledge and skills for further study. After successful completion of the foundation year, you will progress to the full degree.
Job destinations of graduates include:
- Sky News and Sky Sports News
- Reuters
- The Athletic
- CNN
- BBC
- Newsquest
- Reach plc
- Vogue
- Capital Radio
- Bloomberg
The skills I developed during my course allowed me to confidently step straight into industry and achieve success in a newsroom. The range of abilities I obtained by the end of my degree are called upon on a daily basis in my work environment.Jason Lewis, chief reporter, Bournemouth Echo