ABMA Diplomas in Journalism and Media Studies
Professional Journalism Courses and Media Studies
Journalists work in an environment where accuracy and professionalism are vital to creating and sustaining a reputation in a highly competitive industry. Journalism has developed and the increasing demand for effective communication has encouraged the diversification of media including integration with modern technology.
The lecturers are selected from well-known and respected journalists and media experts, so that students are not only being exposed to a globally-recognised UK qualification, but they are being taught by a very strong experienced team of people.
The ABMA Diplomas in Journalism and Media Studies will prepare students to thrive in this sector.
Level 4 Diploma |
4 modules to be completed |
Constructing a Story in Journalism |
Interviewing and Research in Journalism |
Broadcasting |
Internet Broadcasting |
Public Relations for Journalists |
Level 5 Diploma |
5 modules to be compelted |
Print and Online Journalism |
Journalism and the Law |
Convergent Journalism |
Notation and Transcription for Journalists |
Editing Roles in Journalism |
Level 6 Diploma |
5 modules to be completed |
Principles and the Role of Journalism |
Specialised Reporting in the Media |
Investigative Journalism |
Freedom of Information and Media Law |
Standards and Ethics in Journalism |
Level 4 Diploma | Entry Requirements - one of the following |
- A level 3 qualification or equivalent plus CXC English grades 1 to 3 or 5 CXC passes including English - Evidence of 1 year’s professional work experience within a job sector that is related to the subject area. Examples of evidence that ABMA will accept include: - Employer references detailing the learner’s duties and responsibilities - Certificates of training/courses Learners are encouraged to submit details of all types of training that they have obtained to us for approval. |
Level 5 Diploma | Entry Requirements - one of the following - An ABMA Level 4 Diploma or - A’ Level or CAPE passes in two (2) subjects at Grade I to IV plus 4 CXC including Math and English at Grade 1-3 or - A national or international qualification equivalent to the above or - Evidence of a minimum of 2 years’ professional work experience and must be employed in a job sector that is related to the subject area they wish to ' study. (The learner will be expected to have met all the learning outcomes outlined in the ABMA Level 4 Diploma units for that specific qualification). Examples of evidence that ABMA Education will accept include: - Employer references detailing the applicant’s duties and responsibilities - Certificates of training/courses Applicants are encouraged to submit details of all types of training that they have obtained to ABMA Education. |
Level 6 Diploma | Entry Requirements - A new learner applying to study the ABMA Level 6 Diploma will be expected to have attained one of thefollowin - An ABMA Level 5 Diploma or - A Higher National Diploma (HND) or - A national or international qualification equivalent to the above or - Evidence of a minimum of 4 years professional work experience as evidence and employed in a job related to the subject area that the applicant intends to study. (The learner will be expected to have met all the learning outcomes outlined in the ABMA Level 4 Diploma and the ABMA Level 5 Diploma units for that specific qualification). Examples of evidence that ABMA Education will accept includes: - Employer references detailing the learner’s duties and responsibilities - Certificates of training/courses Applicants are encouraged to submit details of all types of training that they have obtained to us to forward to ABMA. The above entry requirements are subject to change and all student registrations are accepted at the discretion of ABMA Education. |
Level 4 Diploma comprises 5 units that can be completed in 8 months (2 semesters).
Each module is delivered in 24 contact hours.
Each module is delivered in 24 contact hours.
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