HND Practical Journalism

This course is a good starting point if you are interested in working as a Reporter in press, Broadcasting or as a Freelance Writer and Broadcaster. Students work in the College newsroom, radio and television studios and work on different publications and projects, as well as undertaking a work placement on a range of publications. The course also introduces you to an increasingly important world of online, interactive journalism.

While we make every attempt to ensure the accuracy of course information, this is subject to change, as part of our continuous improvement process.

This course is currently offered on the date(s) and venue(s) listed below.

Method of Study Year of course Starts Ends Based at Apply
Part Time Day 31 Aug 2009 11 Jun 2010 Kirkcaldy (St.Brycedale Campus) apply online
Part Time Day 30 Aug 2010 10 Jun 2011 Kirkcaldy (St.Brycedale Campus) apply online
Full Time 1 30 Aug 2010 10 Jun 2011 Kirkcaldy (St.Brycedale Campus) apply online
Full Time 2 30 Aug 2010 10 Jun 2011 Kirkcaldy (St.Brycedale Campus) apply online

What You Study

  • News/Feature Writing
  • Research/Interview Skills
  • Law for Journalists
  • Public/Current Affairs
  • Electronic News Gathering
  • Workplace Experience
  • Shorthand
  • Sub Editing
  • Radio Journalism
  • Online Reporting

Entry Requirements

One of the following:

  • 2 Highers including English and 5 Standard Grades
  • Relevant NQ course
  • Industrial experience or other qualifications will be considered on an individual basis

Further Study

  • 2nd/3rd Year BA Journalism - Napier University, Edinburgh

Career Opportunities

  • News Correspondent (Radio/Regional TV)
  • Trainee Journalist
  • Self Employment/Freelance Work
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