Bachelor in Journalism

The candidate’s learning outcomes
A candidate who has completed the education has the following learning outcomes defined in terms of knowledge, skills and general competence:

Knowledge:
The candidate

• has broad knowledge of central topics, theories, and issues related to journalism and media studies
• has broad knowledge of the role of the journalist and editorial processes and routines, tools, and methods
• is familiar with the ethical framework for journalistic activities
• is familiar with research and development work within journalism
• can update their knowledge within journalism
• has knowledge of the history, traditions, distinctiveness, and place of journalism in society

Skills:

The candidate

• can apply professional knowledge and relevant results from research and development work to practical and theoretical issues
• can make well-founded journalistic choices based on ethical reflection
• can reflect on their own professional practice and adjust it under supervision
• can find, assess, and refer to information and academic material of both journalistic and scientific nature, and present this in a way that illuminates an issue
• can master relevant tools, techniques, and forms of expression within journalism

General competence:

The candidate

• has insight into relevant professional and ethical issues in journalism
• can plan and carry out varied tasks and projects that extend over time, both independently and as a participant in a group, in accordance with ethical requirements and guidelines
• can convey central academic material such as theories, issues, and solutions both in writing, orally, and through other relevant forms of expression
• can exchange views and experiences with others with a background in journalism, and through this contribute to the development of good practice
• is familiar with innovation and innovation processes in the media
• is familiar with international conditions and trends within journalism and media