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English and Journalism with a Foundation Year - BA (Hons)

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Course Overview

The course is housed in the School of English where you will be taught by world-leading academics and practitioners offering a diverse range of modules in literary studies, linguistics, creative writing, and drama. Your degree will allow you to tailor your studies to your individual interests and career aspirations with both a local and global outlook. The program focuses on the development of core knowledge and skills for English study and work experience placements on live stories in media environments will teach you how to craft a story in a way that engages the audience. By the time you graduate, youll be a thinking journalist with a specialism in news, broadcasting, features, or design. Youll also be adaptable to the changes that the industry faces. Our graduates have gone on to work for Sky, BBC, Trinity Mirror and a wide range of regional newspapers. Others have scooped prestigious awards at the Midlands Media Awards while still studying.

General Eligibility

80 UCAS tariff points.

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Language Requirement

  • Minimum overall score of 6.0, with 6.0 in writing and no less than 5.5 in the remaining three skills.

Programme Information
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Course Category

Media and Journalism

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Campus Name

City Centre

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Course Level

Foundation

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Duration

4

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Available Intake

September

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IELTS Score

6.0

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Tuition Fees Range

£9,250, £13,200,

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