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Journalism and Politics BA at University of Leicester

University of Leicester, United Kingdom

Programme overview

The BA Journalism and Politics combines political insight with practical journalism skills, analysing global events and media influence for careers in journalism, politics and beyond.

Faculty: College of Social Sciences, Arts and Humanities  |  Department: Arts, Media, and Communication  |  Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Leicester, England, United Kingdom

Career pathways

Graduates are placed to understand, interpret and communicate the events shaping our world.

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Entry requirements

A-levels: BBB. All subjects accepted. Two AS-levels considered in place of one A-level. EPQ with A-levels: BBC + EPQ at grade B. GCSE: English Language Grade 4/C. Access to HE Diploma: 45 credits at Level 3, 24 at Distinction. International Baccalaureate: Pass Diploma with 28 points. English language: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent. UCAS code(s): P5L2.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). First-year fee; fees for later years may rise. Source

International applicants: GBP 20,950 a year (2027/28) Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years full-time

Apply through the official page: https://le.ac.uk/courses/journalism-and-politics-ba

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