University Blog: The Inside Story

BA (Hons) Journalism student, Jordan, tells us about his experience at Chester, with some input from his course mates. 

BA (Hons) Digital Photography with Radio Production student, Steph, tells us about the course and what it’s like to be part of the Chester Story…

Dr Simon Morrison, Programme Leader for Music Journalism at Chester, gives an insight into the exciting opportunities you can expect on the course. 

There are many reasons to pursue a career in Music Journalism.

We’re passionate about helping to support our students through their broadcasting aspirations.

Interested in studying Radio Production?

Chester is a beautiful city.  Originally a Roman settlement, the city has evolved into one of the most attractive tourist spots in the UK, with a bustling shopping area, bars, cafes and a new arts

Digital Photography is a dynamic medium within the creative industry and one of the most dominant forces in shaping and defining contemporary society. As a Digital Photography student, you’ll have the opportunity to develop your practical skills, whilst gaining an understanding of relevant theory to prepare you for work in the photographic industry. To find out more about Digital Photography at the University of Chester, take a look at our interview with Programme Leader Mike Pumford.

Want to prepare for a career in television and radio and gain experience both in front of and behind the scenes? Then our Broadcast Production and Presenting course might be just what you’re looking for.

Fancy a career in Radio? Want to be a producer? Technician? Presenter? Then a degree in Radio Production might be just what you’re looking for. However with lots of different radio production courses out there, how do you decide which one is right for you? To help make your decision a little easier, take a look at our top things to consider before applying. 

One of the great things about our Media Studies degree, is how we regularly play host to a number of influential guest speakers from various media fields. These talks are the perfect opportunity for our students to gain valuable advice about the industry, and have proved a great source of inspiration when it comes to thinking about future career options.

With its ability to reach a global audience, Radio is a powerful media tool. Whether listeners switch on for news, current affairs, documentaries, entertainment or music, it has been a source of information and excitement for generations and its significance looks set to grow.