New Media and Digital Journalism

Course Specification

Qualification Type

Accreditation Status

UK Level

Credit Equivalency

Qualification Number

Total Learning Hours

Guided Learning Hours

Availability

Mode of Study

Certificate

Accredited

Foundation, Intermediate and Advanced

NA

48hrs, 96hrs & 144hrs

UK and International

Online and Offline

Overview

This course explores the evolution of journalism in the digital age, focusing on how new media technologies are reshaping the way news is created, consumed, and shared. It covers digital storytelling, online platforms, social media, multimedia journalism, and the ethical challenges facing modern journalism. Students will engage with tools for creating and distributing content across various digital formats, from articles to video and podcasts.

Learning Outcomes
Entry Requirements
Employability

Understand the impact of new media on journalism practices.

Gain practical skills in creating digital content, including multimedia storytelling.

Be familiar with the use of social media and analytics in journalism.

Develop critical thinking on the ethics and future of digital journalism.

Master digital tools for online publishing, including content management systems, video editing, and data visualization.

School Level and Above or 16 yrs and Above

Graduates will be equipped to work in various media roles, including as digital journalists, content creators, social media managers, and digital editors. They will have the skills to work across news websites, online magazines, broadcasting, public relations, and marketing, as well as adapt to the fast-paced, evolving digital landscape of the media industry.

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