Open day questions: PR, media and journalism students
Budding reporter or public relations officer? If you're heading off to a university open day to find out more about a prospective course, here are the key questions you should ask.
By Ryan Lunn (Content executive, The Uni Guide) | 14 March 2025 | 1 minutes read
About the course
Are my lecturers also still working in industry?
How much of the course is theory and how much is practical?
What skills will I learn on this course? E.g. shorthand, IT skills…
Facilities and equipment
What books are necessary for me to buy?
How much time will I need to spend studying each week?
Will we get to work with equipment? Cameras?
Placements and work experience
Should I look for relevant work experience before I do this course - is it needed?
Do I need to arrange placements during this course?
Assessment
What is the split between exam/coursework/Group works/Presentations?
Do I need to complete dissertation/ research based project?
How should I choose the subject of my dissertation?