Journalism (in Bulgarian)
Short presentation of the programme:
In the first two years, the instruction in the programme focuses on general education courses, two-semester courses in the main areas of study, such as Political Science, Introduction to Social Psychology, Public Speaking and Presentations, General Sociology, Media Literacy, Digital Content, Online Communications, Internal Relations, Information and Knowledge, Periodicals, etc. In the third and fourth years, the instruction comprises specialised lecture and training courses. In the fourth year, the programme offers two specialisations leading to a professional qualification.
Major and professional qualification:
Specialisation:
Radio and Television Journalism
Major:
Journalism
Qualification: journalist
Specialisation:
Online and Print Journalism
Major:
Journalism
Qualification: journalist
Practical training courses:
Practical training includes participation in media conferences, internships in the Bulgaria Newspaper Group, Bulgarian National Television, Bulgarian National Radio, Bulgarian Telegraph Agency, Access to Information Programme, etc.
International mobility:
The programme provides an opportunity for international student mobility at universities in Greece, France, Great Britain, Spain and Turkey.
Graduate Student Competencies:
• knowledge in the field of communication theories, media studies, journalistic practice;
• skills to work in electronic, print and online media.
Graduation:
Completion of studies in the bachelor's programme takes place by defending a bachelor's thesis or passing a state exam upon earning the required number of credits. In addition to the professional qualification provided, students can also obtain additional specialisation by enrolling in a minor programme.
The graduation process complies with the NBU Standard for Educational and Qualification Degree Completion.
Occupation and possible positions:
Graduates pursue careers as journalists, correspondents and reporters in televisions, newspapers, news agencies, television news producer, programme experts in radio and television.
Department :
Media and Communication