Year 1 (national level 4):
Introduction to Journalism (30 credits)
Ever wondered what it takes to work in news, fashion, or sports? Master the key skills for finding and researching stories, tracking down sources, conducting interviews, and writing compelling headlines and story introductions. Plus, you'll learn how to structure a story that keeps your audience hooked.
You’ll also get hands-on experience creating podcasts to share stories across news, fashion, and sports journalism. How about using social media and analytics to promote your work and reach a wider audience? You’ll explore all of that too.
Digital Publishing (30 credits)
Want to capture the attention of online audiences with compelling stories? This module will teach you how to present news in fresh, digital-friendly ways, from video journalism to data-driven storytelling.
You'll also develop key journalism skills, like finding stories, interviewing sources, crafting content that grabs attention and producing impactful, multimedia news for today’s online audience.
Media Law and Ethics (30 credits)
Navigate key issues like libel, privacy, copyright, and court reporting across print, online, broadcast, and social media.
You'll also get hands-on experience checking copy for legal risks, writing court reports, and applying industry standards like the Editors’ Code and the Ofcom Code.
At the end of this module you’ll have the confidence to report with accuracy, integrity, and legal know-how – ready to tell important stories responsibly.
Fashion Marketing and Communications (30 credits)
Ever wondered how fashion trends start or why some designers become legends? This module takes you through key moments in fashion history, exploring the icons and subcultures that have shaped the industry.
You’ll also dive into the biggest fashion brands, uncovering how they craft their image, influence trends, and stay relevant in a fast-changing world. Through fashion marketing and communication, you’ll see how brands build trust, attract customers, and drive their success.
To bring it all together, you’ll analyse a fashion brand of your choice, examining its history, creativity, and business strategies to understand what makes it thrive (or where it falls short).