Helen Louise Johnston MSc, PGCE, FHEA

I started my career in weekly papers before moving on to daily papers. I have worked as a freelance for many years writing for regional and national papers, magazines, and websites - I have also worked in PR. 

I am the course leader for MA Multimedia Journalism and have taught journalism for eight years. I am also an examiner for the National Council of Journalists (NCTJ).

Journalism and PR 

• BA (Hons) Journalism
• MA Multimedia Journalism
• MA Sports Journalism
• MA International Journalism
• Extended & Foundation Degrees

• Media Law & Regulation
• Digital Journalism
• Public Affairs
• Feature Writing & Publishing 3
• Reporting, Preparing for Independent Practice & Study

I am currently studying for my PhD. I am conducting interdisciplinary research into the meaning of 'news' and its consumption. I have presented papers at national and international conferences about fake news.

I supervise MA students for their dissertation or applied project.