BA (Hons) Journalism Studies at University of Lincoln

Programme overview

Journalism shapes how people understand the world. It influences public debate, holds power to account, and helps audiences make sense of what is happening around them. BA (Hons) Journalism Studies at Lincoln explores how journalism works, why it matters, and how media continues to change in a digital world.

Faculty: Journalism and Communications | Duration: 3 Years | Study mode: full-time | Location: Lincoln, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

This course is designed to help you become a confident multimedia storyteller and adaptable media professional. It is constantly updated to reflect what real journalists are doing, whether that’s developing traditional editorial skills or using new technology like AI to find and deliver stories. Core modules include Essential Journalism 1, Essential Law & Crime Reporting, Introduction to Higher Education, Introduction to Journalism Studies, Journalism Production One, Politics for Journalists.

Career pathways

Journalism Studies graduates develop adaptable skills that are valued across media, communications, business, and creative industries. We have journalism graduates working for a wide range of companies from local newspapers to the BBC and Sky, as well as in communication and PR, including for Premier League football clubs.

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Application information

Entry requirements

96 to 104 UCAS Tariff points from a minimum of 2 A Levels or equivalent Level 3 qualifications. A Level: BCC BTEC Extended Diploma: DMM T Level: Merit Overall Access to Higher Education Diploma: 104 UCAS points to be achieved from 45 Level 3 credits. International Baccalaureate: 28 points overall. GCSE's: Minimum of three at grade 4 or above, which must include English . Equivalent Level 2 qualifications may be considered. EU and Overseas students will be required to demonstrate English language proficiency equivalent to IELTS 6.0 overall, with a minimum of 5.5 in each element.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). Full-time tuition per year (level) of study; optional placement year and study-abroad year charged separately. Source

International applicants: GBP 18,300 a year (2026/27). Full-time tuition per year (level) of study; optional placement year and study-abroad year charged separately. Source

Duration: 3 Years

Apply through the official page: https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/studywithus/undergraduatestudy/howtoapply/

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