1. By the Ahmadiyya Muslim Womens’ Student Association

2. The winds of media revolution are charging forward. The world of online journalism is changing the face of how we understand the news and is altering our perception of the global community every day. This line of work is for those who want to understand and relay their interpretation of events across the world. To be a top journalist you have to be diligent, hard working and most importantly someone who does not take ‘no’ for an answer. If you strive to work hard you will go far, but unlike banking and corporate finance, this career is not particularly lucrative, but it is incredibly rewarding. “ “

3.  None specified  However English Literature and Language favoured

4. The main bases for the grades are: -  English language and maths or statistics  GCSE: ◦ C or equivalent  A-Level: ◦ AAB ◦ Minimum 340 UCAS tariff points

5.  City University  Sheffield University  University of Leeds  University of Bournemouth  University of Lancashire

6.  BA: 3 years Core modules Year 1: Introduction to journalism History of journalism Politics and current affairs Introduction to British media A foreign language Year 2: Reporting and features 2 Editorial production Structure of government Three elective modules: History of journalism 2 Shorthand A foreign language Photography and visual journalism Year 3: Advanced practical journalism: print Advanced practical journalism: broadcast Media law and ethics Journalism project (print, broadcast, or web) Two elective modules

7. Write articles in Al-Nusrat Read literature of all genre’s to improve grammar and punctuation Read ‘Power without Responsibility’ by James Curran and Jean Seaton Read ‘Journalism- A Critical History’ by Martin Conboy Read every newspaper you can find Grab every internship and work experience placement available; if you need help check out the following website: http://www.bbc.co.uk/careers/work-experience http://www.bbc.co.uk/careers/work-experience

8. Reporter You can work in PR firms You can become a freelance journalist Work from home online You can also work in sales Communication Public relations Advertising Marketing Education Publishing

9. The obvious benefit is Tabligh, but you can also use it as a platform to banish certain negative perceptions and stereotypes that you feel need to be addressed.

10.  WE CAN HELP!!  Contact AMWSA at amwsa@hotmail.comamwsa@hotmail.com  Please include the following details: ◦ Name & Majlis ◦ The subject your interested in.

11.  To contact Ahmadi, female Mathematics graduates and gain further advice contact amwsa@hotmail.com amwsa@hotmail.com  Please include the following details: ◦ Name & Majlis ◦ The subject your interested in.

12.  Becoming a journalist is tough but very rewarding  Read ‘My Trade’ By Andrew Marr to understand what you’re getting yourself into  Go to open days if you are in you first year A- levels

13. Remember to send a letter to Beloved Huzur-e- Aqdas (aba) on a regular basis to seek his invaluable prayers and guidance.

14. http://www.journalism.co.uk/media-reporter-jobs/s64/ A website designed to help with finding jobs, training and events and a forum for journalists.

15. Any questions, comments or feedback... email us at.... amwsa@hotmail.co.uk