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Graduate Certificate in Broadcast Journalism - Television News
London
INTAKE: September
Program Overview
The Graduate Certificate in Broadcast Journalism - Television News is a one-year program designed to prepare students for the challenges and demands of working in the television news industry. The program combines theoretical knowledge with hands-on training, allowing students to develop their skills in various areas of broadcast journalism, including news reporting, news writing, video editing, news production, and interviewing techniques.
Curriculum:
The program curriculum is carefully designed to cover all aspects of television news journalism. It includes courses such as:
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Broadcast News Reporting: This course focuses on the fundamentals of news reporting, including research, interviewing techniques, news writing, and storytelling for television news broadcasts.
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Television News Production: Students learn about the production process of television news, including camera operation, lighting, sound recording, and video editing using industry-standard software.
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Broadcast Journalism Ethics and Law: This course explores the ethical and legal considerations specific to broadcast journalism, including defamation, privacy, and the responsibility of journalists in reporting news accurately and impartially.
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Advanced Reporting Techniques: Students delve deeper into advanced reporting techniques, such as investigative journalism, feature reporting, and data journalism, and learn how to apply these techniques in the context of television news.
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Multimedia Storytelling: This course focuses on developing multimedia storytelling skills, combining text, images, audio, and video to create compelling news stories for television and digital platforms.
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Television Newsroom Management: Students learn about the operational aspects of a television newsroom, including newsroom organization, editorial decision-making, and team management.
Location
London
Score
IELTS 6.5
Tuition Fee
CAD 15495
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Postgraduate Diploma Programs:
- Academic Qualifications: For postgraduate diploma programs, you must have completed a relevant bachelor's degree or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
- English Language Proficiency: Similar to undergraduate programs, international students are required to provide proof of English language proficiency. An IELTS overall band score of 6.5 or equivalent is generally required.
- Minimum Percentage: A minimum average percentage of 60% in your undergraduate studies is typically required for postgraduate diploma programs.
It's important to note that meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission, as some programs may have limited seats and a competitive selection process. Therefore, it's advisable to strive for academic excellence and submit a strong application.
Additionally, some programs at Fanshawe College may have specific prerequisites or additional requirements such as interviews, portfolios, or work experience.
While Fanshawe College does not have specific scholarships exclusively for international students, the college strives to support their financial needs through various avenues. It's important for international students to plan ahead, research available funding options, and explore all possible avenues for financial assistance. They are also encouraged to reach out to Fanshawe College's financial aid office or international student services for guidance and support in navigating the financial aspect of their education.
Graduates of the Graduate Certificate in Broadcast Journalism - Television News program at Fanshawe College are well-equipped to pursue a variety of exciting career opportunities in the television news industry.
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Television News Reporter: Graduates can work as on-air reporters, covering local, national, or international news stories for television broadcasts. They gather information, conduct interviews, and present news stories in a clear and engaging manner.
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News Writer/Editor: Graduates can work as news writers or editors, responsible for researching and writing news scripts for television news broadcasts. They ensure accuracy, clarity, and adherence to newsroom standards.
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Video Journalist: With training in camera operation and video editing, graduates can work as video journalists, shooting and editing their own news stories for television and digital platforms.
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News Producer: Graduates can pursue careers as news producers, responsible for overseeing the production of news broadcasts. They collaborate with reporters, writers, editors, and camera operators to create compelling news programs.
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Newsroom Manager: With experience and leadership skills, graduates can progress to managerial roles within television news organizations, overseeing newsroom operations, budgeting, and strategic planning.
