BA (Hons) Journalism and Media at Birkbeck, University of London

Are you an aspiring journalist keen to acquire professional journalistic skills? Do you want to gain a sophisticated understanding of the rapidly changing fields of journalism and media? If so, our BA Journalism and Media is ideal with its combination of academic analysis and practical teaching from experienced industry professionals.

Faculty: School of Creative Arts, Culture and Communication  |  Duration: Three years full-time, on campus; Four years part-time, on campus  |  Study mode: full-time, part-time  |  Intake: October 2027  |  Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

This course offers you a unique multidisciplinary approach, challenging you to develop an understanding of the political, historical, cultural and social contexts in which journalists operate, take advantage of new opportunities and develop your own specialism and voice. This academic emphasis is complemented by hands-on practical modules, in which you will learn how to write, create, design, research and curate across a range of journalistic specialisations, genres and platforms - from the more traditional to the digital. You must complete modules worth a total of 360 credits. Compulsory modules include Year 3: three Level 6 options and a final-year project, BA Journalism and Digital Media.

Career pathways

Some of our graduates from this course have gone on to be employed at organisations such as: the BBC, Vice, Al Jazeera, The School of Creative Arts, Culture and Communication's specially designed, Careers and Employability.

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