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

Our BA Journalism with Human Rights program empowers you to study the core concepts and methodologies that support global human rights advocacy. While building your journalism expertise, you'll learn to critically assess information through the lens of human rights legislation. This program provides comprehensive insights into contemporary society and audience engagement strategies, helping you cultivate a distinctive journalistic voice.
Investigate diverse human rights issues spanning from conflict zones to migration patterns. The curriculum blends these studies with hands-on journalism training across multiple platforms including broadcast, digital media, and print, while expanding your understanding of global journalism practices.

This degree prepares you for various professional paths by developing crucial analytical skills. You'll learn to contextualize societal dynamics and apply journalistic techniques appropriately. Visit our specialized career resources for Literature, Film and Theatre Studies, and Human Rights.
Throughout the program, you'll assemble a professional portfolio of published works and undertake a comprehensive final-year multimedia project focused on human rights, demonstrating your competencies to potential employers.
Graduates emerge as versatile communicators proficient in television, radio, digital, and print media production, with opportunities to specialize in specific media disciplines during their final year.