BA (Hons) Journalism at Teesside University

Programme overview

This NCTJ-accredited degree teaches practical journalism skills for TV, radio, magazines, print and social media, including shooting and editing video and audio, producing news packages to deadlines and using AI as a journalist. Students work in a multimedia newsroom and TV and radio studios and produce content for the TUXtra platform.

Faculty: School of Arts & Creative Industries | Department: Media & Journalism | Duration: 3 years full-time (4 with work placement year); 6 years part-time | Intake: January or September | Study mode: full-time, part-time | Location: Middlesbrough, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 covers Collaboration Project, Current Issues in Journalism and Media, Introduction to the Creative Industries and Journalism: Principles and Practice. Year 2 covers Creative Research Project, Digital Storytelling, Industry Project and Working in the Creative Industries. The final year covers Major Project and Professional Practice, with an optional work placement year.

Career pathways

Graduates have secured careers with the BBC, ITN News, Sky Sports News, Reach PLC and Newsquest.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Year 1 entry: 96-112 points from any combination of recognised Level 3 qualifications. Applicants without formal qualifications but with evidence of practical journalism experience are considered, and may be invited to share a portfolio. English language and maths: normally GCSE English language grade C or 4. Direct entry to Year 2 or 3 is possible with prior higher education study; mature applicants (over 21) can apply with portfolio and experience. Alternative route with an integrated foundation year is available.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). Full-time Source

International applicants: GBP 17,000 a year (2026/27). International undergraduate degree rate; tuition only Source

Intake: January or September

Duration: 3 years full-time (4 with work placement year); 6 years part-time

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