Bachelor of Arts (Hons) - Journalism
- 3 years
- Duration
- 30,890 GBP/year
- Price
- September
- Start
- June
- Deadline
- Bachelor
- Degree
- Campus
- Format
- London / United Kingdom
- Location
Program description
The course is delivered at London College of Communication (LCC).
This practical journalism course combines hands-on skills training with the academic study of media theory and context. In the second year, students choose a specialism in either Print and Online Journalism or Audio and Video Journalism. The final year involves producing the Artefact magazine and website, providing real-world publishing experience.
Teaching is delivered through a mix of lectures, seminars, and practical workshops in dedicated newsrooms and studios. The curriculum covers core journalism skills like research and interviewing, broadcast techniques, and the critical analysis of legal and ethical media issues. Students are encouraged to develop an authentic, individual voice and build a professional portfolio of original work.
Pathway-specific training includes multimedia storytelling and long-form features for Print/Online, and podcast production or advanced video journalism for Audio/Video. The course is enriched by field trips, guest speakers, and access to professional-grade facilities, preparing graduates for the contemporary media landscape.
Program structure
Year 1
- Introduction to Studying Journalism (20 credits)
- Print and Online Journalism (20 credits)
- Journalism: Perspective and Theory (20 credits)
- Law and Ethics (20 credits)
- Audio and Video Journalism (20 credits)
- Contemporary Challenges in Journalism (20 credits)
Year 2
- Print and Online Journalism Pathway 1: Multimedia Storytelling (20 credits)
- Print and Online Journalism Pathway 2: Longer-form journalism (40 credits)
OR
- Audio and Video Journalism Pathway 1: Audio Journalism and Podcasting (20 credits)
- Audio and Video Journalism Pathway 2: Advanced Audio/Video Journalism (40 credits)
- Option Unit (20 credits)
- Professional Industry Practice (20 credits)
- Research into Journalism (20 credits)
Year 3
- Final Major Project (60 credits)
- Research Project (40 credits)
- Creative Futures (20 credits)
Optional Diploma between Years 2 and 3
Price
Tuition fee:
- 30,890 GBP per year*
*Tuition fees for international students may increase by up to 5% in each future year of your course.
During your studies, you may need to cover extra costs which are not included in your tuition fees. You might need to budget for materials and equipment specific to your course. You may also need a laptop or other digital tech/software.
Requirements for applicants
The standard entry requirements for this course are as follows:
104 UCAS tariff points which can be made up of one or a combination of the following accepted full level 3 qualifications:
- A Levels at grade C or above (preferred subjects include: English; History; Media; Business; Art and Design, or other subjects within Social Sciences).
- Distinction at Foundation Diploma in Art & Design (Level 3 or 4).
- Distinction, Merit, Merit at BTEC Extended Diploma (preferred subjects: Creative Media and Journalism, Business/ Business Studies, Media).
- Merit at UAL Extended Diploma.
- Access to Higher Education Diploma (preferred subject: Journalism, Digital and Creative Media, Marketing, Humanities and Social Sciences).
- OR equivalent EU/International qualifications, such as International Baccalaureate Diploma at 24 points minimum
And 3 GCSE passes at grade 4 or above (grade A-C) including English.
Applicants who do not meet these course entry requirements may still be considered in exceptional cases.
The course team will consider each application that demonstrates additional strengths and alternative evidence. This might, for example, be demonstrated by:
- Related academic or work experience;
- The quality of the personal statement;
- A strong academic or other professional reference;
- A combination of these factors.
Each application will be considered on its own merit but we cannot guarantee an offer in each case.
English language requirements
- IELTS level 6.5 or above, with at least 5.5 in reading, writing, listening and speaking.
About the university
The University of the Arts London (UAL) produces and encourages the creativity essential for a better future. Its colleges have been at the forefront of innovative education since 1842, creating work with a lasting impact on people and the planet, driven by curiosity, imagination, and purpose.
London is fundamental to UAL's identity, providing a vital context where the university connects and exchanges ideas with individuals from all walks of life. Globally, its creative network influences education, culture, business, and society.
Through innovative research and creative instruction, UAL's faculty and staff bring fresh perspectives to education. The university enables students to build the careers they desire by working with them at every level - from pre-degree to postgraduate, and from short courses to online learning.
UAL's colleges
Ranked second in the world for art and design, UAL comprises six distinct colleges:
- Camberwell College of Arts
- Central Saint Martins
- Chelsea College of Arts
- London College of Communication
- London College of Fashion
- Wimbledon College of Arts
Together, they form a community of creatives, innovators, trailblazers, and storytellers, united in their mission to reimagine the future.
Courses in the visual arts, animation, screen, communication, fashion, media, and performance are available at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
