 Three courses  MA Journalism  MA International Journalism  BA Journalism Journalism at Brunel

MA Journalism (NCTJ Accredited)

 Is aimed at students who want to work as journalists in the UK after graduation.  They undertake the strict requirements for skills acquisition laid down by the National Council for the Training of Journalists (NCTJ). Much of which is very specific to the UK.  They undertake exams approved by NCTJ.  This is one of only twelve MA Journalism courses recognised by the NCTJ. MA Journalism

MA International Journalism

 While it is based on Brunel’s highly regarded journalism education MAIJ does not include the NCTJ modules.  It is aimed at students who are not intending to work in the UK traditional media industry  It is equally vigorous but in a broader sense  Students are encouraged to use their international vision and understanding MA International Journalism

 Taught programme Applicants are expected to have:  A high standard of English ILETS 7.0  Good degree or compelling evidence of commitment to journalism MA International Journalism

 Course requires work placement in industry (for example CNN, BBC and major newspapers)  Choice of dissertation or major project. MA International Journalism

Journalism is fast changing industry. At Brunel we keep up with latest professional practice Lecturer practitioners produce stories for the media Carefully monitor New Media developments A changing profession

Vocationally driven Vocationally driven When our students graduate from Brunel they have not only been trained in all key journalism skills but our courses emphasise that journalists should be able to think for themselves. When our students graduate from Brunel they have not only been trained in all key journalism skills but our courses emphasise that journalists should be able to think for themselves. Students are expected to understand current media theory Students are expected to understand current media theory Throughout the course students are expected to think critical and reflect on their own skills acquisition. Throughout the course students are expected to think critical and reflect on their own skills acquisition. Our ethos

 Reputation for high quality journalism training  Small class sizes compared to many other universities  Access to tutors  Attractive campus  London Why students like Brunel

 Newsroom for multiplatform delivery  Radio studio  High Quality video and audio equipment  Five Final Cut Pro editing suites  Access to experienced tutors Facilities

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 A mix of practitioners and academics  Hugely experienced team For example:  I have worked in national media for thirty years including The Observer, The Independent, BBC, Channel Four, ITV and many more.  Former ‘Reporter of the Year’ Staff experience

{ Guest Speakers We have weekly guest speakers from the industry. For example, Chris Blackhurst, the editor of the Independent newspapers and Sarah Kwong from Cosmopolitan magazine

BA Journalism

Recent course. Current first entry is in second year Vocationally driven Seeking NCTJ accreditation High quality course Entry requirements on the website : kingNCTJAccreditation#entry BA Journalism

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Paul Lashmar Convenor MA International Journalism Thank you