- A strong focus on the convergence of old and new media, including social networking - Develop as a critical thinker and master the art of how to communicate creatively - Learn from staff who have published books and articles on areas as diverse as digital technologies, social media and drugs education, and journalism and the financial crash. - Use the Work Placement module to gain experience in a news organisation, or in other environments relevant to your career aspirations - Access outstanding industry-standard facilities in our Multimedia Centre, including two HD TV studios with green screens, a newsroom, and a computerised radio studio To give yourself a great chance of succeeding in the exciting and diverse world of the media, it’s wise to understand the fast-moving world you are joining. Studying Media, Communication and Journalism at Winchester gives you a deep grasp of how the global media works, but it also offers opportunities to develop professional skills and get valuable work experience. It primes you for successful careers in a variety of roles, such as in journalism, PR and media. Studying Media, Communication and Journalism involves you in stimulating discussions about how the media represents race, gender, class, environmental challenges, politics and popular culture. You learn about journalism in the context of wider media and communication processes. Your tutors are at the top of their fields and have published books on everything from the financial crash to the portrayal of zombies in popular culture. Year 1 develops your core academic skills and understanding in the use of media. There is a particular focus upon the impact of digital technologies as new and old media converge. Courses include Media in the Twentieth-first Century and Manipulating Media. In Year 2, you take two core theory and research modules such as Analysing Journalism and Exploring Media Theory. You also take specialist modules exploring feature writing and current issues in journalism, as well as choosing from a range of optional modules, such as Social Media, Community Media, and Podcasting. You use the Work Placement module to gain experience in newsrooms, freelancing, or in other relevant industries In the final year, you take a module in documentary and photojournalism and a module designed to provide preparation for working in magazine journalism. For the Extended Independent Study, you can produce a portfolio of articles, or undertake a conventional dissertation on any aspect of media, communications or journalism. Optional modules include Politics and the Media, and News Media War and Conflict Studying Media, Communication and Journalism at Winchester is an excellent preparation for a successful career in the media. Our dynamic course content ensures you have the critical skills, such as intellectual curiosity, effective communication and research proficiency, cultural awareness and an understanding of moral and ethical values, vital to succeed in the modern workplace. Our graduates work within TV, radio, press and digital journalism, media management, social media, public relations, fashion and advertising. The programme also fosters a key set of flexible skills that are relevant to a wide range of careers in communication work, HR, business, education, management, and public service.

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26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Course code: P304

Institution code: W76

Campus Name: Main Site

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The following entry points are available for this course:

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Year 2

Year 3

Applicants who wish to apply for advanced standing (exemption from part of a programme) based on previous study are considered on an individual basis. Applicants are required to provide transcripts. confirming the module titles and grades they have already achieved, as well as module handbooks and/or programme specifications showing the learning outcomes of the modules completed.

Applicants are required to hold a minimum of 2 x A-level or equivalent qualifications (e.g. 2 x BTEC National Subsidiary Diplomas) and we accept all A-level subjects, including Critical Thinking, General Studies and own-language A-levels. We welcome applicants who have completed the Extended Project (EP/EPQ) and points obtained from this qualification will be included in any offer. In addition, we accept a maximum of 32 points from level 3 qualifications below A2 that are included in the tariff (e.g. AS-levels not studied at A-level, music or dance qualifications). If you are a mature student, your application will be considered on its individual merits and work or other professional experience may be taken into consideration in lieu of other published requirements.

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Test	Grade	AdditionalDetails
IELTS (Academic)	6.0	An overall score of 6.0, including 5.5 in writing is required. If you require Tier 4 sponsorship, you will require a minimum of 5.5 in all 4 components.

Student satisfaction : 60%

Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs): 75%

Go onto work and study: 100%

England	9250.0	Year 1
Northern Ireland	9250.0	Year 1
Scotland	9250.0	Year 1
Wales	9250.0	Year 1
Channel Islands	9250.0	Year 1
Republic of Ireland	9250.0	Year 1

*Please note, the tuition fee for students from the rest of the EU (excluding ROI) are yet to be confirmed by the University. For further information about any additional costs associated with this course please see the individual course page on the University of Winchester website (www.winchester.ac.uk).

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