Journalism and Media BA(Hons) single honours

The degree combines theory and practice at every level, requiring you to analyse and reflect on central issues in contemporary journalism and the media, and to test out your understanding by applying it in a variety of contexts.
Benefit from the use of two dedicated newsrooms and a broadcast studio.
Develop your knowledge and understanding of particular media forms and engage critically with different forms, modes and styles of journalism across media platforms.
Become competent with digital technology related to the course, including digital images, video and basic coding to design software.
You'll be encouraged to use your creativity to produce a portfolio of work throughout your degree and gain invaluable experience by undertaking a supported journalistic work placement.
Work on the award-winning campus newspaper as part of the course.
Learn cutting-edge business, content and creative skills required for communication practice across diverse media and markets.
Develop an ethically informed and critical awareness of the roles and responsibilities of journalists in contemporary society.
Work placements are actively encouraged and form part of the final year programme - although it is your responsibility to source and secure placements.

Practical modules will develop your writing, editing and production skills, alongside practical project management and team-working as you originate, design and produce a range of media products. You'll grow effective communication skills and gain an understanding of legal and ethical implications to your work.

The programme offers a multidisciplinary approach, challenging you to develop an understanding of the political, historical, cultural and social contexts in which journalists and communications professionals operate.

In addition to a strong knowledge-base of media theory and evidence of practice, work experience in a media environment will add to the portfolio required for a 21st century communications career.

From A levels: 120 points (BBB) or equivalent to include three A-levels or equivalent. No specific A-level subjects are required
BTEC: We will consider a range of alternative qualifications or experience that are equivalent to the typical offer. Applications from international students with equivalent qualifications are welcome
Access Diploma: We will consider a range of alternative qualifications or experience that are equivalent to the typical offer
GCSE: candidates are normally required to hold five GCSE subjects grades A–C including Mathematics.