International Journalism - Key Skills

This is a practice based subject taught by leading practitioners, which enables students to develop their skills in researching, writing and producing stories in an international context. Students will enhance their understanding of how news stories are put together, including the variety of new formats being developed online, and will develop advanced skills in researching and producing stories in a new and rapidly changing international media environment. The subject examines a range of different research techniques and considers how these can be applied in the context of journalists’ work. It also explores a range of logistical, communication, production and ethical challenges facing journalists, and how these can be effectively managed.