Journalism,BA (Hons)

    Journalism,BA (Hons)

    Duration3 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    GBP 22,377 / Year
    Next IntakeSeptember 21, 2026

    Journalism,BA (Hons)

    About

    Why study the Journalism course at Leeds Beckett University?

    1. 95% of students were positive about the teaching on BA (Hons) Journalism*
    2. Professionally accredited
    3. Specialist facilities to create multimedia news content
    4. Open the doors to working in a practical environment at the BBC, Sky Sports and a variety of local and national media companies

    *National Student Survey 2024

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    We have welcomed students from over 140 countries to study at Leeds Beckett University. If you are interested in studying with us you can find all the information you need about entry requirements and how to apply on our country specific pages.

    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.

    IELTS

    IELTS 6.5 with no skills below 5.5, or an equivalent qualification. The University provides excellent support for any applicant who may be required to undertake additional English language courses.

    Selection Criteria

    We may use selection criteria based on your personal attributes; experience and/or commitment to the area of study. Your personal statement should demonstrate an active engagement in journalism.

    Additional entry requirements:
    Verify your qualifications
    If you are an international student, we can help you to compare and verify your qualifications. Please contact our International Office on +44 (0)113 812 1111 09.00 to 17.00 Mon-Thurs / 09.00 to 16.30 Fri GMT or email [email protected].
    Need to improve your English Language skills?
    Don't worry if you don't have the level of English required for your chosen course. We offer a wide range of courses which have been designed to help you to improve your qualifications and English language ability, most of which are accredited by the British Council. Check your English and find out more about our English courses.
    More questions?
    No matter what your questions, we are here to answer them, visit our International website to get more information and find out about our online open days.

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 54
    • IELTSMin 6
    • TOEFLMin 89

    Career

    Career prospects

    There’s a lot to consider when choosing a course. Take a look at the team you’ll be working with, employability statistics and career prospects to help make up your mind.

    BA (Hons) Journalism - Emmie Penkett Graduate Emmie talks about reasons for choosing the course, highlights, support at university and future plans.

    In today's news gathering operations, you need to be able to work both in print and digitally. Having undertaken the news and feature writing modules on my course, I know exactly how to write a feature when I need to and I am just as comfortable when I have to sub-edit some news copy.

    Hannah Robinson Content editor, Hull Daily Mail

    Career Prospects

    You’ll be primed with the strong practical and multimedia skills demanded in today’s newsrooms. Exciting opportunities in news, digital content creation and digital agencies will be open to you. You’ll also benefit from our staff’s close links to regional and national broadcasting, print and online media industries. Previous students have completed placements with the BBC, ITV, magazines and national newspapers and have gone on to work for media organisations across the world. Job roles you could go onto, could include:

    • Journalist
    • Copywriter
    • Researcher
    • News editor

    We prepare students in traditional journalism methods, focusing on digital, radio, TV, print and online, from the perspective of a team who have worked in the industry.

    Karl Hodge Course Director

    Scholarships and bursaries

    We are committed to ensuring that an education at Leeds Beckett University is open to all. If you're thinking of joining us for undergraduate study, you may be eligible for a non-repayable scholarship or bursary to help with the cost of university. To find out if you are be eligible visit our scholarships and bursaries page.

    We also offer a range of non-repayable scholarships for international students. To find out if you may be eligible visit our scholarships for international students page and select your home country from the drop-down list.

    Our Graduate Promise

    We have a dedicated team of people who will support you with all aspects of your career planning, from day one until 18 months after you graduate.

    Getting you career ready is an integral part of your university life and this is embedded throughout your lectures and seminars. Outside of your course there is a wide range of support available to help you achieve your career goals, including:

    • Getting ready to apply for jobs
    • Working on your CV
    • Interview skills and assessment centres
    • Connecting with employers and organisations

    We are ranked 13th Best UK University for Careers Service
    (Student Crowd Awards, 2024 – the only awards based entirely on student reviews).

    Find out why...

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    22,377 / year

    Journalism,BA (Hons)

    Leeds Beckett University

    Leeds Beckett University

    United Kingdom

    United Kingdom, Leeds