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BA (Hons) Journalism

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... Leeds Beckett University
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Course Overview

This professionally accredited course will develop the skills you need for a rewarding career in this dynamic, growing sector. As part of your course, you'll: Gain newsgathering skills and experience in modern journalism Understand the practice and principles of contemporary journalism including fairness and accuracy Create multimedia news content for print, digital, and broadcast platforms Have access to purpose-built facilities including computer suites, TV and radio studios, and a dedicated newsroom Gaining experience will be an important part of your course. Placement opportunities will give you the chance to encounter real-life journalism. We have links that can help you find work in organizations such as the BBC, Sky Sports, and with a variety of local and national media companies. Our students have completed placements with The Independent, The One Show, local radio, and newspapers.

This professionally accredited course will develop the skills you’ll need for a rewarding career in this dynamic, growing sector.

As part of your course, you’ll:

  • Gain newsgathering skills and experience in modern journalism

  • Understand the practice and principles of contemporary journalism including fairness and accuracy

  • Create multimedia news content for print, digital and broadcast platforms

  • Have access to purpose-built facilities including computer suites, TV and radio studios, and a dedicated newsroom

You'll have the opportunity to use our facilities to create multimedia news content for print, digital and broadcast platforms by combining the best of the past with an eye on the future.

General Eligibility

Access to HE Diploma

Pass overall with a minimum of 112 UCAS tariff points.

T Levels

Pass overall with a minimum of 112 UCAS tariff points, including a C or above on the core.

Scottish Awards

112 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 5 Highers of which at least 2 must be grade B or above.

Irish Leaving Certificate

112 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 5 subjects at a higher level of which at least 3 must be grade H3 or above.

International baccalaureate

112 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 3 Highers of which at least 2 must be grade H5 or above.

Portfolio Required

All suitable candidates will be required to submit a portfolio prior to acceptance on the course.

Part Time Work Details

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

  • IELTS 6.0 with no skills below 5.5, or an equivalent qualification.

Programme Information
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Course Category

Media and Journalism

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Campus Name

City Campus

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Course Level

Undergraduate

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Duration

Full-Time, 3 years

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Available Intake

September

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IELTS Score

6.0

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Tuition Fees Range

9250,

14000, (INT)

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