Journalism BA (Hons)
Course Overview - Journalism BA (Hons)
The course offers you the opportunity to study the theory and practice of journalism in context with determining factors such as law, economics, politics and technology. It provides you with a range of relevant practical and professional skills.
You will get a basic grounding in the academic study of the media and practical journalism skills to underpin your advanced modules in Year 2 and 3. You will learn journalism theory, journalism law, public affairs and journalism practice in newsgathering and reporting including audio-visual (television and radio) print, online and mobil...
The course offers you the opportunity to study the theory and practice of journalism in context with determining factors such as law, economics, politics and technology. It provides you with a range of relevant practical and professional skills. <br/>You will get a basic grounding in the academic study of the media and practical journalism skills to underpin your advanced modules in Year 2 and 3. You will learn journalism theory, journalism law, public affairs and journalism practice in newsgathering and reporting including audio-visual (television and radio) print, online and mobile environments..<br/>We use a range of teaching methods: lectures, group seminars and practical workshops. These are delivered by experienced teaching staff, including former journalists.<br/>You will have access to a wide range of learning resources, including professional standard print production, digital sound and video software, television and radio studios. You will work in a simulated newsroom environment.
Course Information
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
21/09/2026
Campus
Coleraine
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
P500
Institution Code
U20
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2
Entry Requirements
Scottish Higher
B,C,C,C,C
Applicants may satisfy the requirement for an element of the offer grade profiles (equating to the final A-level grade stated in the standard 3A level offer profile - Grade C) by substituting a combination of alternative qualifications to the same standard as defined by the University.
Access to HE Diploma
D:12,M:30,P:3
Overall profile of 12 credits at distinction, 30 credits at merit and 3 credits at pass (60 credit Access course) (GB Access course) Overall mark of 60% (120 credit Access Course) (NI Access course)
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
24
Including 12 at HL
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DMM
If completing a QCF National Extended Diploma (2012) the requirements are DDM.
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
104 UCAS tariff points to include a minimum of five subjects (four of which must be at higher level) to include English at H6 if studied at Higher level or O4 if studied at Ordinary Level.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
For full-time study, you must satisfy the General Entrance Requirements for admission to a first degree course and hold a GCSE pass at Grade C/4 or above English Language. Level 2 Certificate in Essential Skills - Communication will be accepted as equiva
Scottish Advanced Higher
C,D,D
Applicants may satisfy the requirement for an element of the offer grade profiles (equating to the final A-level grade stated in the standard 3A level offer profile - Grade C) by substituting a combination of alternative qualifications to the same standard as defined by the University.
A level
B,C,C
Applicants may satisfy the requirement for the final A level grade (C) by substituting a combination of alternative qualifications to the same standard as defined by the University.
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Ireland, Republic of Ireland | £4,855 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
| England, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands | £9,535 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
| EU, International | £17,490 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
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