Learn how to quickly and easily convert the photos taken with your cell phone into professional images of quality. Learn how to take advantage of the social networks and the ethical guidelines that must be followed by professionals in photojournalism"

Learn how to make use of the different options that today's cell phones offer the professional photographer, incorporating the most interesting innovations in this field"  

Mobile photojournalism has been slowly making its way into the media. Due to the advances in technology and the explosion of the Internet, and our consequent need for instant gratification, smartphones have become a key tool in the day-to-day work of the photojournalist. 

Any prejudices against mobile phone photography stem from the fact that the device was grossly misused by newspapers and the like when it was first incorporated into society, mainly because the final decision was always given to the editors who had had no previous training in photography. In addition, the camera's phones features had many shortcomings when compared to SLR cameras. Nowadays, thanks to their technological evolution, they are capable of producing images of a quality worthy of being published in the national and international media. 

The advantages and disadvantages of working with a smartphone or with a camera is a factor about which you need to be very clear in order to be efficient in this profession. Knowing in which situations it´s best to use a cell phone, when it is more advantageous than a shot taken with a camera, a mobile phone´s portability and immediacy play a crucial role when weighing up the pros and cons in certain circumstances. 

The incorporation of mobile photography into the multimedia era will be explored in depth whilst students will also discover which applications are the most useful for editing and designing images intended for networks or media-based websites. 

We also take a look at the well-respected figures of importance in this field, investigating the pioneers of mobile photojournalism and studying the award-winning projects. 

In another section we will take a look at mobile phones in photojournalism, from the appearance of the first images on the web right up to the present. To this end, we will study the different informative images that have appeared on the internet, including citizen journalism, a new genre which has important implications in terms of affecting an audience's perception, the way that some media use photojournalism on the social networks and also how prominent photojournalists use their social networking accounts. 

In addition, TECH will give an overview of the advantages and disadvantages of the main platforms which are available to professionals and the public for publishing photos. Not only will we analyze the most well-known social networks but also those which deal specifically with photography and in order to complete the overview of networks and applications, some auxiliary tools which can optimize photographer's work will be presented. 

Furthermore, we will see the possibilities of marketing our photographs through the through different platforms, which are many and varied, although there is always the option of marketing them ourselves, and we will also see some examples of this. We will take what promises to be a fascinating deep dive into the different ways of presenting your work using image galleries, encompassing the characteristics of the portfolio, the image galleries themselves and photo essays. We will also take a look at the most relevant photographic events in which professionals can participate, including some specialized in smartphone photography. 

Finally, and to conclude the module, we will address the verification of content, taking into account that some images have acquired great prominence on the back of the Fake News phenomenon, not only due to the fact that they were used out of context but also because they were often photoshopped or manipulated to suit a specific agenda.

The topic of ethics in photojournalism constitutes is a complex field which is of great interest to specialists and citizens alike. The ethical guidelines to be followed in the field of photography have not be set out or researched as extensively as the written ones, which is why throughout history there have always been confrontations on this subject. 

Photography in the media must be truthful and respectful. Because of this, any behavior of manipulation or infringement of the individual's image rights is condemned. Similar situations are being discussed more and more since the advent of the Internet, where it is almost impossible to control the flow of photographs being uploading day by day and the so-called "citizen witness" has carte blanche to publish any image they choose to. 

Determining what is and is not acceptable regarding an informative image requires an analysis of the values of the individual and of society as a whole. In this module, photojournalistic ethics are approached from different perspectives using real cases. This will make it possible to differentiate between different debates: the manipulation of the image, the rights of the individual and the viewer's sensibilities. 

Clarifying certain expert's stances on the most controversial subjects helps to build up one's own idea of what is or is not acceptable in photographs of a sensitive nature that deal with for example: children, immigrants or situations of humanitarian crisis or conflict.

In addition, the fat that there are cases that have overcome the limits of the image (in comics) opens a pathway to greater levels of creativity and innovation in photography and ethics. The property rights which concern how to use images legally and attribute the authorship of the projects will also be covered.  

A highly specialized Postgraduate diploma that includes the most innovative and efficient technology available for taking photographs from mobile devices and the most widely used apps"    

This Postgraduate diploma in Mobile Photojournalism, Social Networking and Photographic Ethics contains the most complete and up-to-date academic course on the university scene. The most important features of the program include:

• The latest technology in online teaching software
• A highly visual teaching system, supported by graphic and schematic contents that are easy to assimilate and understand  
• Practical cases presented by practising experts 
• State-of-the-art interactive video systems
• Teaching supported by telepractice
• Continuous updating and recycling systems
• Autonomous learning: full compatibility with other occupations
• Practical exercises for self-evaluation and learning verification  
• Support groups and educational synergies: questions to the expert, debate and knowledge forums
• Communication with the teacher and individual reflection work
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection
• Banks of complementary documentation permanently available, even after the course

Gain a deeper understanding of the advantages and disadvantages of using cell phones to take pictures and add an extra layer of quality to your skill set"

The team of teachers on the Postgraduate diploma in Mobile Photojournalism, Social Networking and Photographic Ethics has extensive experience in teaching at university, both at undergraduate and graduate level , alongside their extensive experience as working professionals. The faculty's direct experience, their knowledge, as well as their analytical capacity are the best resources available to you in order to grasp the keys to the present and the future of an exciting profession for those who love sports and communication.
 
The methodology of TECH Technology University's Postgraduate diploma, a 100% online format, makes it easy for students to balance their studies along with their work and their personal lives. 

This educational compendium makes this Postgraduate diploma a degree of specialization that compiles all the aspects that are relevant and essential to turning the Journalism professional into authentic experts in their profession. 

Essential knowledge for professionals in the fields of journalism and photography, helping them to avoid being left behind by the pack"

You will learn about the work that has become a benchmark in the profession, learning from them through thorough analysis"

TECH is the world’s largest online university. With an impressive catalog of more than 14,000 university programs available in 11 languages, it is positioned as a leader in employability, with a 99% job placement rate. In addition, it relies on an enormous faculty of more than 6,000 professors of the highest international renown.  

Study at the world's largest online university and guarantee your professional success. The future starts at TECH” 

 

The world’s best online university according to FORBES 

The prestigious Forbes magazine, specialized in business and finance, has highlighted TECH as “the world's best online university” This is what they have recently stated in an article in their digital edition in which they echo the success story of this institution, “thanks to the academic offer it provides, the selection of its teaching staff, and an innovative learning method aimed at educating the professionals of the future” 

A revolutionary study method, a cutting-edge faculty and a practical focus: the key to TECH's success.

The most complete study plans on the university scene 

TECH offers the most complete study plans on the university scene, with syllabuses that cover fundamental concepts and, at the same time, the main scientific advances in their specific scientific areas. In addition, these programs are continuously being updated to guarantee students the academic vanguard and the most in-demand professional skills. In this way, the university's qualifications provide its graduates with a significant advantage to propel their careers to success. 

TECH offers the most comprehensive and intensive study plans on the current university scene.

A world-class teaching staff  

TECH's teaching staff is made up of more than 6,000 professors with the highest international recognition. Professors, researchers and top executives of multinational companies, including Isaiah Covington, performance coach of the Boston Celtics; Magda Romanska, principal investigator at Harvard MetaLAB; Ignacio Wistumba, chairman of the department of translational molecular pathology at MD Anderson Cancer Center; and D.W. Pine, creative director of TIME magazine, among others. 

Internationally renowned experts, specialized in different branches of Health, Technology, Communication and Business, form part of the TECH faculty.

A unique learning method 

TECH is the first university to use Relearning in all its programs. It is the best online learning methodology, accredited with international teaching quality certifications, provided by prestigious educational agencies. In addition, this disruptive educational model is complemented with the “Case Method”, thereby setting up a unique online teaching strategy. Innovative teaching resources are also implemented, including detailed videos, infographics and interactive summaries. 

TECH combines Relearning and the Case Method in all its university programs to guarantee excellent theoretical and practical learning, studying whenever and wherever you want.

The world's largest online university 

TECH is the world’s largest online university. We are the largest educational institution, with the best and widest online educational catalog, one hundred percent online and covering the vast majority of areas of knowledge. We offer a large selection of our own degrees and accredited online undergraduate and postgraduate degrees. In total, more than 14,000 university degrees, in eleven different languages, make us the largest educational largest in the world. 

TECH has the world's most extensive catalog of academic and official programs, available in more than 11 languages.

Google Premier Partner 

The American technology giant has awarded TECH the Google Google Premier Partner badge. This award, which is only available to 3% of the world's companies, highlights the efficient, flexible and tailored experience that this university provides to students. The recognition as a Google Premier Partner not only accredits the maximum rigor, performance and investment in TECH's digital infrastructures, but also places this university as one of the world's leading technology companies. 

Google has positioned TECH in the top 3% of the world's most important technology companies by awarding it its Google Premier Partner badge.

The official online university of the NBA 

TECH is the official online university of the NBA. Thanks to our agreement with the biggest league in basketball, we offer our students exclusive university programs, as well as a wide variety of educational resources focused on the business of the league and other areas of the sports industry. Each program is made up of a uniquely designed syllabus and features exceptional guest hosts: professionals with a distinguished sports background who will offer their expertise on the most relevant topics. 

TECH has been selected by the NBA, the world's top basketball league, as its official online university.

The top-rated university by its students 

Students have positioned TECH as the world's top-rated university on the main review websites, with a highest rating of 4.9 out of 5, obtained from more than 1,000 reviews. These results consolidate TECH as the benchmark university institution at an international level, reflecting the excellence and positive impact of its educational model.” reflecting the excellence and positive impact of its educational model.” 

TECH is the world’s top-rated university by its students.

Leaders in employability 

TECH has managed to become the leading university in employability. 99% of its students obtain jobs in the academic field they have studied, within one year of completing any of the university's programs. A similar number achieve immediate career enhancement. All this thanks to a study methodology that bases its effectiveness on the acquisition of practical skills, which are absolutely necessary for professional development. 

99% of TECH graduates find a job within a year of completing their studies.