Bachelor of Broadcasting Communications (Journalism)
Media & Comms
A course by
Ara Institute of Canterbury
Gain practical and theoretical skills in multimedia journalism with this internationally-recognised degree, including immersive learning, media projects, and a final-year industry placement.
NZ$13,328
inc GST
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Core skills this course teaches
Develop multimedia journalism skills
Gain practical abilities in news gathering, factual storytelling, and producing news content for radio, television, online, and social media platforms.
Understand the role of journalism in society
Acquire a strong theoretical foundation in journalism, including its function in society and current affairs.
About This Course
Ara Institute of Canterbury’s Bachelor of Broadcasting Communications (Journalism) is a three-year, practical, and industry-focused programme designed to prepare students for a career in newsrooms as journalists, reporters, digital editors, presenters, producers, or researchers. Students spend two years in immersive, on-campus learning and a third year working in the industry, including a 24-week internship. The course covers news story creation, factual storytelling, media law, group and independent media projects, and elective options like photography and videography. Graduates are highly employable within New Zealand and internationally.
Course Content
- Media Ecology: Business and Legal Environment
- Media Ecology: Media and Society
- Media Ecology: Representation
- Fundamental Media Context
- Essential Journalism 1 & 2
- Post Production
- Introduction to Marketing and Sales
- Essential Skills for Marketing and Sales
- Organisations in a New Zealand Context
- Media Group Project
- Media Independent Project
- Advanced Journalism 1 & 2
- Photography Elective
- Videography Elective
- Content Management Elective
- Spatial Design Elective
- 3D Motion Graphics
- Critical Reflection on Work
- Professional Placement A & B
- Choir/Kapa Haka (optional/elective)
Entry Requirements
Build towards these roles
JournalistReporterDigital EditorPresenterProducerResearcher
Build skills in these industries
MediaBroadcastingJournalism
