Talking about training journalism human resources in the new era, Prof. Dr. Hoang Anh Tuan - Rector of the University of Social Sciences and Humanities, VNU emphasized: “It is necessary to focus on training generations of students about responsibility, mission and career development orientation in the new era. Accordingly, learn technology but do not forget humanities; master tools but do not let tools replace thinking; constantly innovate but still keep an honest heart with the truth, with the people and with the noble mission of Vietnam's revolutionary press.”
Training “multi-talented” journalists in the digital ageThe journalism industry has now expanded from a traditional model to a multi-platform one, closely linked to digital technology, artificial intelligence, big data and integrated media. This requires training to be more flexible and comprehensive than ever.
Modern journalists not only need writing and editing skills but also need to be proficient in multimedia content production: filming, editing, sound processing, graphic design, creating content on social networks, podcasts, short videos, livestreams... We call them "multi-skilled journalists".
In addition to skills, critical thinking qualities, professional ethics, a sense of responsibility to the community and the ability to quickly adapt to technology are mandatory elements in modern journalism training programs.
The Institute of Journalism and Communication - formerly the Faculty of Journalism of Hanoi National University - is currently one of the most established journalism training units in Vietnam. With nearly 35 years of establishment and development, the Institute has trained more than 10,000 bachelors, hundreds of masters and doctors in the fields of journalism and media management.
The Institute is implementing many comprehensive innovations: Integrated - interdisciplinary - flexible training programs, updating modern subjects such as data journalism, digital content production, transnational communication, etc.
Modern practice space, including: studio, editing room, flycam, camera system and professional recording studios, helps students experience the entire real journalism process.
A team of high-quality lecturers, combined with veteran journalists from VTV, VOV, VNA, Nhan Dan Newspaper... to ensure practicality and professional depth in teaching.
Business cooperation and internationalization, through strategic agreements with press agencies and media corporations, help expand internship, experience and employment opportunities. It can be said that after 35 years of establishment and development, the Institute of Journalism and Communication is creating a quality journalism and communication training environment.
Turning challenges into opportunities: lean - but deepProf. Hoang Anh Tuan said that the Institute has been restructuring the journalism industry towards streamlining and professionalization, which is an inevitable trend. This forces training institutions in general and the Institute of Journalism and Communication Training in particular to focus on quality instead of quantity.
The market now does not need a journalism graduate with just a degree. They need someone who can do the job, is creative, adaptable, and has professional skills. That is why we train in a personalized way, helping students identify their own strengths, thereby building specific professional skills and increasing competitiveness in the labor market.
Prof. Dr. Hoang Anh Tuan, Rector of the University of Social Sciences and Humanities, VNU
Professor Hoang Anh Tuan emphasized: The rate of students majoring in Journalism and Communication having jobs within one year after graduation remains at 92-95%, of which more than 60% work in the right major, students are solid in their profession and ethics, meeting the current market demand well. Media and press businesses highly appreciate the School's students for their content creation ability, teamwork skills, quick response to situations and good professional ethics. In addition, many students continue to study for graduate degrees, study abroad or start a business in the digital media industry, showing that the Institute's training foundation is very solid and flexible.
Training future journalists: integrating technology, maintaining humanityIn the future, journalism training will be closely linked to fields such as information technology, big data, AI, AR/VR, marketing, political science, sociology, and especially global thinking.
Professor Hoang Anh Tuan believes that future journalists need to have technological skills - but a humane heart. They need to learn how to master technology without losing their human qualities. AI can analyze data and suggest content, but it cannot replace responsibility for the truth, courage or the desire to serve society - the core qualities that make a revolutionary journalist.
Training, therefore, cannot only focus on tool skills, but must also focus on identity, thinking and responsibility of digital citizenship. That is what the University of Social Sciences and Humanities and the Institute of Journalism and Communication will continue to steadfastly pursue in the digital age.
Currently, the Institute of Journalism and Communication - University of Social Sciences and Humanities (VNU) is training:
• 02 bachelor programs: Journalism, Public Relations
• 02 master's programs: Journalism, Journalism and Media Management
• 01 PhD program: Journalism
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