BA (Hons) Journalism and Media (4 years full time including sandwich year)

**Why choose this course?**– The Guardian University Guide 2019 has ranked Kingston first in London for journalism and publishing.– Kingston’s media facilities include industry standard software, two dedicated newsrooms and a broadcast media suite.– You’ll gain invaluable experience through a journalistic work placement. This experience, alongside your portfolio, will enhance your employability in the communications sector. **About this course**If you are considering a career in journalism or media, this course will give you an excellent start. You’ll gain cutting-edge content, creative and journlaism skills for communicating across diverse media and markets.On this course, you’ll continually put theory into practice. You’ll originate, research, design and produce a range of media products, developing skills in project management and team-working. You’ll work on live projects such as creating and producing the campus newspaper and news website, The River. Practical modules will develop your writing, editing and production skills. You’ll also gain an understanding of the legal and ethical implications that can apply to your work.