
Journalism (including Foundation Year) BA (Hons)
Course Overview - Journalism (including Foundation Year) BA (Hons)
Our Journalism degree equips you with the essential skills and knowledge to succeed in the fast-paced media industry, supporting you to become a dynamic and adaptable journalist.
Stay ahead of the curve and explore the latest trends in journalism, including the impact of technology and sustainability on news reporting and consumption. Master essential skills such as news research and writing, photography, video and audio production, including podcasting, and develop strong written and oral communication skills essential for effective journalism.
Learn from our expe...
Our Journalism degree equips you with the essential skills and knowledge to succeed in the fast-paced media industry, supporting you to become a dynamic and adaptable journalist.<br/><br/>Stay ahead of the curve and explore the latest trends in journalism, including the impact of technology and sustainability on news reporting and consumption. Master essential skills such as news research and writing, photography, video and audio production, including podcasting, and develop strong written and oral communication skills essential for effective journalism.<br/><br/>Learn from our experienced team of journalists with backgrounds in newspapers, magazines, radio, and television. Our degree will equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive as a journalist or in another creative profession, becoming a force for change in the world.<br/><br/>You’ll leave us fully equipped with the skills and knowledge to understand and address the challenges facing society today, in any number of social fields.
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
10/2026
Campus
Chester
Application Details
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Codes/info
Course Code
P504
Institution Code
C55
Points of Entry
Foundation
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
Scottish Higher
C,C,C,C
Access to HE Diploma
Access to HE Diploma, Pass overall
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
H4,H4,H4,H4,H4
A level
72 UCAS points overall including a D at A level.
T Level
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Fees and funding
Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
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England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
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