Additional Benefits of Journalism

Learn about the exciting world of the press and media: Understand how the media shapes public opinion and influences global events, helping you become more media literate.

Develop strong research skills: Gain the ability to find, evaluate, and use credible information effectively, a valuable skill in any academic or professional setting.

Strengthen critical thinking and ability to analyse information: Learn to assess information critically, identify biases, and make well-informed judgments.

Learn active listening and improve attention to detail: Enhance your ability to focus on key information during interviews and discussions, improving both understanding and accuracy.

Build note-taking and time management ability: Develop strategies for organising information efficiently and meeting deadlines, which are essential in both studies and the workplace.

Improve essay writing skills and argument structures: Learn how to construct clear, persuasive arguments and present ideas logically in written form.

Communicate more effectively: Gain confidence in expressing your ideas clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.

Learn how to analyse complex world issues: Understand global events from multiple perspectives, helping you develop informed opinions and solutions to real-world problems.

Highly qualified and experienced teachers: Our teachers are highly qualified and passionate about helping students develop new skills. We also focus on finding teachers with real life, working expertise in their subject areas.

Engaged community of students from over 80 nationalities: You’ll learn in an environment where everyone shares and learns from different perspectives, inspiring and challenging each other to grow.

Balanced programme to educate hearts and minds: Academics and Electives are paired, helping students explore other interests, have fun and experience a balanced education.

Ideal 3-week programme length: Three weeks gives students time to make real progress in their learning, build confidence, and form lasting friendships.

Inspiring surroundings in world-renowned universities: The prestigious surroundings of St Andrews, Cambridge and Yale offer a unique learning environment that has inspired many great minds throughout history.