Journalism and Media Communications with Advanced Research | University of Hertfordshire

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Why choose Herts?

Employment prospects: Graduates have gone onto work in a variety of media roles such as Press, Social Media Analysts, and Journalists for organisations including BBC, Mail Online, Subway and Euromonitor.
Teaching excellence: Learn from our industry-experts, award-winning lecturers who are experienced in web, print, design, journalism, and PR (see key staff section).
Research: Benefit from advanced research study led by our expert research-active teaching staff.

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23 Feb 2026, 16:00
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27 Jun 2026, 10:00
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Sarah
University of Hertfordshire
Education and teaching
Hi! I’m Sarah, and I’m currently a first year studying Early Childhood Education. I’m hoping to become a nursery teacher in a school based setting in the future. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions, I’d love to meet you! ❤️
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Tiya
University of Hertfordshire
Engineering
Hi, I'm Tiya! I am a first year Aerospace Engineering Student with a specialisation in Space Technology. I’m happy to share my experiences at Herts with you— whether its about the course structure and teaching faculty, on-campus facilities or social life.Please note, if your question is not about Engineering please reach out to other unibuddies or ask for further help by emailing at ask@herts.ac.uk.Thanks!
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Eman Abdul
University of Hertfordshire
Computer science
I am an MSc Data Science student with a strong foundation in statistical methods, machine learning, and advanced analytics, complemented by hands-on experience with Python, SQL, and data visualisation tools. With a background in Biomedical Sciences (BSc, First Class Honours) and professional experience in clinical laboratory settings, I thrive at applying data-driven insights to solve complex problems. My passion lies in translating data into actionable insights, and I enjoy working in collaborative environments where I can leverage my analytical and problem-solving skills. As a Student Ambassador and Representative, I actively engage in supporting prospective students by sharing my journey, experiences, and insights into the field of Data Science. I am excited to connect with like-minded individuals who share an interest in data-driven decision-making, healthcare analytics, and AI innovations. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions and I will be happy to assist.
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