Studying under internationally renowned course leaders in a city with a vibrant cultural sector youÕll learn exciting new skills in interactivity and data journalism, social media storytelling, online and broadcast journalism, multimedia production and content strategy
The Multiplatform and Mobile Journalism programme is offered at Birmingham City University.
What's covered in the course?
Like journalism itself, this practical course is fast and dynamic, and youÕll be expected to work in a range of newsroom contexts within weeks of starting your course.
Under the guidance of award-winning journalists who have worked with organisations ranging from the BBC and The Bureau of Investigative Journalism to commercial radio and magazines, youÕll develop a keen eye for a story. YouÕll also develop advanced newsgathering and data journalism techniques that help you establish the facts, experience how to work within a range of newsroom contexts and tell those stories across a range of online and social media platforms.
YouÕll have access to some of the industryÕs most respected journalists who are working in the field now, learn about the legal, commercial and ethical contexts surrounding the future of journalism During your study youÕll have the opportunity to work on a live, professional journalism project with a client as you make a name for yourself in your chosen sector.
YouÕll also have access to the facilities at the universityÕs new Parkside campus, including radio and TV studios, and audio and video editing suites. YouÕll have access to video and still cameras, audio recording equipment and mobile journalism kits to get out and capture the story. YouÕll be expected to find and report stories regularly, experimenting with new formats and platforms while exploring and testing the latest research into this exciting period in journalismÕs development.
As the course progresses you will develop more specialist skills and connect with others already in the industry, building your reputation as you prepare to enter the industry.
Why Choose Us?
- You will be taught by a team of passionate professionals with vast industry experience with our staff having worked for the BBC, regional newspapers and radio stations as journalists, producers, reporters and more.
- YouÕll have access to some of the best minds and practitioners in online journalism as the school regularly has visiting guest speakers and lecturers. Guest lecturers have included TwitterÕs Joanna Geary, The TimesÕs Julian Burgess and Jonathan Richards, and Trinity MirrorÕs Alison Gow.
- Graduates have gone on to occupy senior positions in the media as Group Digital Editor, Homes Editor, Associate Professor, Global Brand Manager, Media Executive and Consultant.
- YouÕll have the chance to work on live projects to gain industry experience. Students have worked with The Mirror, Bureau of Investigative Journalism, Reuters, Centaur magazines, BBC and ITN.
- The BBCÕs newly launched Data Unit in the city, as well as a Guerilla Unit that focuses on new interactive forms of storytelling, regularly work with students and the university.
- Employers including national broadcasters, newspapers, websites and magazines regularly contact Birmingham City University to promote new roles demanding the online skills you will learn on the course.
Enhancing employability skills
Our MA Multiplatform and Mobile Journalism course focuses on developing graduates at the cutting edge of contemporary professional practice, with a critical knowledge of the field leading practical application.
In addition to specific technical skills, students will also develop highly employable qualities in adapting to new technologies, and work towards building their contacts and reputation in the field. Opportunities to work with industry clients often lead to employment or the establishing of new enterprises.Ê
