BA (Honours) in Journalism with Human Rights in Colchester United Kingdom | University of Essex

Amid global conflicts and unpredictability, you have the power to amplify voices that need to be heard. Redefine how human rights are perceived worldwide. Our BA Journalism with Human Rights program equips you with core principles and practices that support global human rights advocacy. Simultaneously, you'll hone your journalism skills, learning to evaluate information through the lens of human rights legislation. You'll develop a profound understanding of contemporary society and audience engagement, cultivating your distinctive journalistic approach. Investigate diverse human rights issues spanning warfare to migration. This blends with hands-on journalism training where you'll utilize multimedia platforms including radio, television, and digital media while expanding your international journalism expertise. The program offers customizable study paths with optional focus areas such as: Human rights safeguards Universal human rights applicability Media production techniques Global reporting At Essex, our expertise spans business law, public law, criminal justice, health law, legal technology, socio-legal studies, and human rights law. Your final year culminates in a multimedia capstone project connecting journalism with human rights themes. Weekly schedules typically include one-hour lectures paired with one-hour seminars or extended two-hour sessions, varying by module. Global Learning Opportunities Your academic journey extends beyond campus. We facilitate international study at partner institutions through year-long or term-long exchange programs. The four-year degree option includes a third year abroad or an international placement, mirroring the three-year curriculum otherwise. International study fosters cultural immersion, language acquisition, and academic enrichment while demonstrating adaptability and organizational skills to future employers. Full-year exchanges qualify for reduced tuition—just 15% of standard Essex fees, with no additional charges at host institutions. Professional Placements Upon enrollment, you may opt to incorporate a placement year. While securing placements is student-driven, you'll receive dedicated support from departmental advisors and career services. Placement years incur only 20% of regular tuition fees.