Level 4 Diploma
- Constructing a Story in Journalism
- Interviewing and Research in Journalism
- Broadcasting
- Internet Broadcasting
- Public Relations for Journalists
Level 5 Diploma
- Print and Online Journalism
- Journalism and the Law
- Convergent Journalism
- Notation and Transcription for Journalists
- Editing Roles in Journalism
Level 6 Diploma
- Principles and the Role of Journalism
- Specialised Reporting in the Media
- Investigative Journalism
- Freedom of Information and Media Law
- Standards and Ethics in Journalism
Entry Requirements
Level 4 Entry Requirements
Learners wishing to undertake a Level 4 Diploma qualification with ABMA Education should already be in possession of a level 3 qualification or equivalent. In addition, it is recommended that students should possess a GCSE, or equivalent, in Maths and English, at Grade A* – D.
Evidence of professional work experience can be submitted for a minimum of one year within a job sector that is related to the subject area that the learner intends to study. Examples of evidence that ABMA will accept includes:
- Employer references detailing the learner’s duties and responsibilities
- Certificates of training/courses
Learners are encouraged to submit to ABMA Education details of all types of training that they have obtained.
Level 5 Entry Requirements
A new learner applying to study the ABMA Level 5 Diploma will be expected to have attained one of the following:
- An ABMA Level 4 Diploma
- A national or international qualification equivalent to the above
Level 6 Entry Requirements
A new learner applying to study the ABMA Level 6 Diploma will be expected to have attained one of the following:
- An ABMA Level 5 Diploma
- A Higher National Diploma (HND)
- A national or international qualification equivalent to the above