Journalism & Media is a subject that deals with researching events, creating accurate reports and then distributing the information to the public through various communication channels. Journalism is important because the world needs people who can look at a situation objectively, determine the authenticity of every story, and discover the truth be...ind it. Whether it is through traditional media (newspapers, magazines, radio, television) or digital/new media (social media, blogs, vlogs, and others), studying Journalism & Media will allow you to keep people informed and debate aspects that are essential for the wellbeing of our society. At a basic level, Journalism & Media encompasses subdisciplines that focus on how the public gains access to information. Be it through Journalism, Media Management, Public Relations, or Translation & Interpreting, Journalism students learn to choose their words carefully and understand their full impact. Journalism courses deliver essential knowledge for working in media organisations, such as excellent written and spoken communication skills, critical thinking, research, as well as an ethical and responsible attitude. Some of the specialisations in Journalism & Media include Broadcast Journalism, Digital Journalism, Enterprise Journalism, Political Journalism, Journalism Design and Graphics, Science and Environmental Journalism, and Public Relations and Advertising. After graduating, you'll find jobs as a: broadcast journalist, editorial assistant, magazine journalist, writer, web content manager, and publishing copy-editor or proofreader. A Bachelor's or Master's in Journalism & Media also allows you to work as a digital copywriter, multimedia specialist, translator, or public relations officer.
Specialisations within the field of Journalism & Media
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