Journalism (Distance Learning)

Accreditation

Our course is the only online journalism programme to be accredited by the National Council for the Training of Journalists (NCTJ).

The NCTJ accreditation lets potential employers know that this course gives you the relevant skills and abilities you need to work as a journalist when you graduate. This gives you an edge over students who haven't done an accredited course when you’re applying for jobs.

Careers and opportunities

When you complete the course successfully, you'll have the skills and knowledge to communicate important issues to the public in the digital world. You'll also have a portfolio you can use to demonstrate your talents to potential employers.

Roles you could work in after the course include:

Typical employers may include:

Work experience and career planning

To give you the best chance of securing a great job when you graduate, we'll help you secure at least 10 days of work experience with a publisher or communications company.

We can also help you identify further placements, internships, voluntary roles and freelancing opportunities that will complement your studies and build your portfolio.

After you leave the University, you can get help, advice and support for up to 5 years from our Careers and Employability service as you advance in your career.