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Dive headfirst into the exciting world of journalism; ignite your passion for storytelling, media, and all things news!
This course goes beyond the classroom, bringing journalism to life in the heart of Nottingham.
You’ll be introduced to the craft of journalism and learn the skills required for newsgathering, features, as well as a taste of broadcasting news.
What You'll Study:
Stay on trend with current events – this course is as dynamic as the news cycle itself.
Designed as a practical and fun introduction to journalism, you'll learn about the different career options open to you, as well as the essential skills required to be a successful journalist, from researching and writing a story to how to make contacts and conduct effective interviews.
Team-working, planning, problem-solving and communication skills will be developed whilst you learn the tricks of the trade. You’ll also consider legal and ethical factors, as well as engage with the biggest newsworthy issues of the day.
This course is ideal if you're considering further studies in journalism and want to explore the subject in detail. It also develops numerous transferrable skills and provides an exciting opportunity to gain a taste of university life.
During this course, you will:
- discover how to become a journalist and where to train
- learn how to research stories and appeal to audiences
- develop newsgathering skills for writing, editing and interviewing
- understand how a story is processed from initial idea to publication or broadcast
- use cutting-edge techniques of professional journalists in the field and in our state-of-the-art facilities and newsroom
- build a portfolio of your work throughout the week.
- connect with like-minded people who are just as passionate about the future of media.
- Get ready to join us for an unforgettable journalistic experience - your future scoop awaits!
By the end of this week, you'll not only have a taste of the exhilarating world of journalism, but also gain valuable insights to help you chart your own path in this ever-evolving industry.
You'll be able to identify suitable markets for your work, write in a journalistic style and notice an improvement in your English literacy, all of which will be useful tools for the future.
You’ll also leave the course with examples of your written work to add to your portfolio, alongside a newsreel you can share on social media.
Social Events:
We appoint NTU Student Ambassadors who host social events on Monday and Wednesday evening to help you make friends across the whole of our summer school programme for 15 – 17 year olds, which are free to attend.
Duke of Edinburgh:
This course can count as your Gold DofE Residential Award and is an amazing opportunity to make new friends and memories. It will be fun and gently challenging, allowing you to follow your passion and discover talents you never knew you had.
DofE participants must book both the course and accommodation on campus for this to count towards your Gold Award.
You must also attend the social events that are planned on Monday and Wednesday evenings, and you must plan and attend your own social activities with other participants on Tuesday and Thursday evenings.
Prices:
Course: £525.00 + (optional) Accommodation: £259.00
You can find out more about our facilities, tutors and how to book your place on the NTU website.