Journalism (with Foundation Year)

This is a four year degree taught at our Hope Park campus. The Foundation Year aims to develop your skills so that after a year, you will be equipped with the necessary skills needed for studying the full BA Hons degree programme.

The BA Journalism degree offers students a balance between theory and practice to address the tension between journalism’s public good ideals and news publishers’ commercial imperatives. On a practical level it equips students to work as journalists and editors in a rapidly evolving industry. Theoretically and ethically, it will instil strong professional values by requiring students to critically consider journalism’s role in challenging dominant power structures, social inequalities, and divisions. This will include critical reflection on the commercial and ideological imperatives of the news industry itself. Some important strengths of this course include developing future editors and producers, and emphasising on digital journalism backed up by state-of-the-art digital facilities.

At Liverpool Hope, you’ll join a supportive community focused on helping you make the most of university life. Alongside high-quality teaching, staff take the time to know you as an individual, encouraging you to develop new skills and interests beyond your studies so you graduate with strong employability.

You can enhance your degree through opportunities like Study Overseas, the Service and Leadership Award, and international volunteering with Global Hope.

A wide range of accommodation is available across three campuses to suit different budgets and preferences. You’ll be based in Liverpool, one of the UK’s top student cities, home to over 50,000 students, rich music history, theatres, museums, sport and shopping - all with a close-knit campus community.

Students also receive personalised one-to-one careers support, from part-time work to graduate schemes or postgraduate study, helping you reach your full potential. Find out more and get in touch today!