BA (Hons) Multimedia Journalism, University of Essex

The ba (hons) multimedia journalism, university of essex will equip you to become a journalist with the news awareness, story-getting and story-telling skills to flourish in today's multimedia journalism environment. You will be given hands-on experience in digital storytelling, video production, and social media management that will prepare you for the evolving landscape of journalism. 

With a focus on ethics, critical thinking, and adaptability, you will be well-equipped to navigate the challenges and opportunities of modern journalism. Multimedia journalism is a dynamic field that combines traditional journalism with various forms of digital media, such as video, audio, and interactive graphics. It allows you to tell stories in innovative ways and reach a wider audience through online platforms and social media. 

This field requires you to have a strong understanding of both journalism principles and multimedia production techniques, and by mastering these skills, as a multimedia journalist, you can create engaging and impactful content that resonates with audiences in today's digital age. 

this programme, offered under iact’s uk transfer degree (media & communication) offers a comprehensive curriculum that blends essential theoretical knowledge with practical skills, preparing you for the challenges of the modern world. Taught by a global creative faculty, this programme allows you to spend 2 years at iact and 1 year in the uk. 

With this course, you will:

• Find, tell and publish your own ‘real’ stories across different media, building a substantial portfolio of work to show to future employers
• Study topics including the art of storytelling, the history of journalism, and multimedia production
• Gain an essential understanding of media law

Why choose University of Essex?

• The University of Essex puts students like you at the heart of their mission. We want to support you to achieve outstanding outcomes; and prepare you to thrive in your future lives. Our on-Campus, 200-seat Lakeside Theatre has been established as a major venue for good drama, staging both productions by professional touring companies and a wealth of new work written, produced and directed by our own staff and students. 
• We are ranked one of the top 30 universities in the UK (Complete University Guide 2022) and was named University of the Year at the Times Higher Education Awards 2018 for our determination to do things differently. Essex was ranked number 1 in the UK for film studies (Dance, Drama and Cinematics, Times Good University Guide 2019), and 7th in the UK for Creative Writing in the Guardian University Guide 2024, At Essex, you will be provided with a global approach to the study of film and creative writing in a distinctive and vibrant academic community. 

How Do I Get In?

• IACT College Foundation in Media Studies –minimum CGPA 2.0;
• IACT Diplomas – minimum CGPA 2.0 
• A-Level – minimum of grade D in 2 subjects 
• STPM – minimum of grade C in 2 subjects and an average CGPA of 2.0, OR 
• UEC – minimum of grade B in 5 subjects 
• SAM, AUSMAT or CPU - 5 subjects with a minimum score of 50%, OR 
• Matriculation Foundation – minimum CGPA of 2.0
• Other qualifications recognized by the Ministry of Education Malaysia

English Language Proficiency

• SPM 1119 (GCE-O Level) – C6 
• IGCSE English – Minimum Grade C 
• IELTS – Band 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 for each component
• Other approved English tests 

Year 1

• Computer Graphics 
• Media and Cultural Studies 
• Media Ethics 
• Media History 
• New Media Studies 
• Photography 
• Print Journalism 
• Public Relations Practices 
• Research Methods 
• Writing for the Media 

Year 2

• Advertising and Marketing Communications 
• Communication in the Globalised World 
• Creative Communication 
• Film Fundamentals 
• Online Marketing 
• Popular Culture 

Year 3

• As per the subjects offered by the university in UK/Australia
• Elective Modules
• Choose 1 Track

Track 1: Public Relations 

• Corporate Communication 
• PR Campaign and Strategies 

Track 2: Journalism

• Convergent Journalism 
• Publication Production

Track 3: Digital Video Production

• Scriptwriting 
• Video Production 

Track 4: Advertising and Marketing

• Advertising Campaign Management 
• Cross Cultural Studies for Marketing and Advertising

Track 5: Digital Marketing

• SEM and SEO 
• Digital Content Marketing 

MPU Modules

• Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisation (Malaysian students) / Malay Communication 2 (International students) 
• Philosophy and Current Issues 
• National Language A / Academic Writing 
• Malaysian Constitution and Society 
• Serving our Society (S.O.S)