Learn the theory and practice behind the fascinating and influential world of journalism, while broadening your expertise by studying International Relations as a joint honours course. You will be taught by a team of experienced subject experts with a range of relevant professional, industry and creative expertise. You will have the opportunity to: - learn how to analyse contemporary events in international politics and develop policy responses to them, as well as developing core skills in researching, interviewing, writing, web-publishing, and video and audio production. - develop your practical and professional journalism skills in our dedicated newsroom. - contribute to DMU’s own student media group Demon Media, with the chance to produce content for multimedia platforms including a magazine, radio station, YouTube channel and website. - expand your horizons with our international experience programme DMU Global. Students have gained insight into the rapidly changing world of newspapers at the South China Morning Post in Hong Kong and analysed the impact of the cold war in Berlin. DMU is the only university in the UK to hold both Congress to Campus and European Parliament to Campus with former members of US Congress and former Members of European Parliament to enhance your study experience. Our Communication, Cultural and Media Studies ranked joint first in the UK for the proportion of its research outputs rated as ‘world leading’ by the latest Research Excellence Framework (2014). You can also study the following courses with Journalism: Creative Writing; English; Film Studies; Media; and Politics.

Year one News Reporting Understanding Journalism Introduction to Contemporary International Relations Introduction to Globalisation Year two Feature Writing Political Thought Themes and Debates in International Relations Theory Year three Journalism Dissertation / Project or International Relations Dissertation Optional Journalism modules include Courtroom Reporting, Lifestyle Journalism, Music Journalism, Sports Journalism, Freelance Journalism, Journalism for Change. Optional International Relations modules include The Cold War, The Making of a Global World, Globalisation and Democracy, American Presidency and Power, Politics and Morality. Note: These modules are indicative and based on the current academic session. Exact modules may vary in order to keep content current. Course information is correct at the time of publication and is subject to review.

Your precise timetable will depend on the optional modules you choose to take; however, you will normally attend around 12-16 hours of timetabled taught sessions (lectures and tutorials) each week, and can expect to undertake at least 24 further hours of independent study to complete project work and research. You are assessed through assignments, essays, exams, class presentations, seminar contributions and your dissertation. You will also be challenged through simulation games, problem-solving exercises and collaborative projects.

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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: LP25

Institution code: D26

Campus Name: Leicester Campus

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The following entry points are available for this course:

Year 1

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Student satisfaction : 75%

Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs): 65%

Go onto work and study: 85%

Channel Islands	9250.0	Year 1
Republic of Ireland	9250.0	Year 1
England	9250.0	Year 1
Scotland	9250.0	Year 1
Wales	9250.0	Year 1
Northern Ireland	9250.0	Year 1
EU	14750.0	Year 1
International	14750.0	Year 1

Please note that fees for subsequent years of study for continuing students are subject to an annual review. Any increase in fee will be in line with RPI-X (linked to the retail price index) and the fee cap set by the Government.

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