International Journalism
In the English-taught Bachelor International Journalism you learn to create engaging stories for audio, video and other (digital) media. With a strong focus on cross-media storytelling and international journalism you adapt content for diverse channels and target audiences worldwide. You work together in multidisciplinary teams on projects with an international focus, develop essential skills and design stories that resonate in the global media landscape.
What can you expect?
Studying at Artevelde UAS means the perfect combination of theoretical knowledge and extensive hands-on experience, allowing you to develop skills for the future. With the guidance of our lectors, we prepare you for a successful career.
In the English-taught programme International Journalism you develop the skills and experience to work as a journalist on a global scale. You learn how to tell stories through different media formats, such as text, audio, photo and video, and you focus on cross-media storytelling.
You get the opportunity to apply your skills both locally and internationally, with a broad perspective on global media.
After your program you are a versatile journalist who is ready to work in the dynamic, international media world and create stories that resonate worldwide.
International experience and networks
During your programme you get opportunities to gain international experience. You meet leading journalists, participate in workshops and build a valuable network that can give your career a boost. This practical experience helps to further develop your technical skills and deepen your insight into global journalistic trends.
Essential skills for journalists of tomorrow
You work on essential journalistic skills, such as critical thinking, research and interview techniques and creating content that aligns with different target audiences and platforms. You also focus on improving your English language proficiency, a must for an international career.
- Transcript of Records – If you have not yet completed Secondary School, you must upload a transcript showing your current grades. You can find the transcript template here.
- Secondary School Leaving Certificate – If you have already completed Secondary School, you do not need to upload a separate transcript. Simply upload your Secondary School Leaving Certificate to the application.
Important! View the full requirements on the university’s official website. Requirements may vary depending on your nationality and the country where you completed your previous education.
Note:
- A motivation letter is not a required document when applying to the programmes at this university.
You may not need to take IELTS or TOEFL. University usually allow you to prove your English proficiency in one of the following ways:
- TOEFL iBT*
- IELTS Academic
- A Cambridge English qualification
- A national English examination listed on your secondary school leaving certificate
- An English subject and grade on your secondary school leaving certificate that meet the university’s requirements
- Secondary education completed in English in a country or school qualification accepted by the university
- An International Baccalaureate (IB) or European Baccalaureate (EB) diploma
- Other
Important: Accepted methods and minimum results depend on study programme, your secondary school qualification and the country where you completed your education. Check the official requirements for your chosen study programme.
*Use the Kastu promo code LTU1000102 when registering for TOEFL iBT and receive a 5% discount.
Careers and job opportunities
Get started in Belgium and abroad as:
- journalist
- editor
- spokesperson
- production assistant
- host
- researcher
- copywriter
- communication specialist
- pr officer
VARIOUS SECTORS
- in the media: online, newspaper, magazine, radio, or television
- at an advertising or communication agency
- at a government agency
- at the communication service of an organisation or company
