BA (Hons) Journalism at University of Lincoln

Programme overview

Journalism is an essential part of everyone's lives. It shapes how people view the world and gives you the opportunity to make a difference. It also gives you that chance to follow your passions, travel, explore, and experience things that many can only dream about.

Faculty: Journalism and Communications | Duration: 3 years | Study mode: full-time, optional placement year | 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, Shorthand.

Career pathways

A journalism degree opens doors far beyond traditional newsroom careers. The skills we teach are highly valued in the communications industry, whether that is creating social media videos or fielding questions from reporters.

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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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