BA (Hons) Journalism with Content Creation at University of West London

Programme overview

Whether you see yourself working on the news desk for a national media channel or creating content for a specialist publication in sport, fashion, health, business or music, this journalism degree course can help get you there. Our BA (Hons) Journalism with Content Creation course goes beyond traditional journalism, embracing contemporary content production. From multi-platform journalism to digital and social media-first storytelling, you will explore and master the mediums of today's journalism.

Duration: 3 years full-time | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Through practical experience, guidance from our industry experts, and an innovative curriculum, this journalism degree course reflects the shift from traditional journalistic methods to the current practices that capable journalists need today. Emphasising diversity, equality, and representation, the course is committed to teaching you the importance of these values within the news media landscape, with representation in the media forming a cornerstone of the course ethos. Modules include: Digital Media Lab; Broadcast Production; Principles of Journalism; Media Presentation Skills; Podcasting; The Story Studio; Government and Politics Journalism; Law for Journalists; Industry Experience (Content Creation); Global Media Systems.

Career pathways

This journalism degree will maximise your employability skills, fully preparing you for a career in the journalism sector. There are many paths and jobs for journalism graduates, including journalist researcher/coordinator, digital content producer, videographer and radio presenter. Job roles include: journalist researcher/coordinator; TV/social platform presenter; digital content producer; videographer; radio presenter; feature writer; short and long form documentary maker.

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Entry requirements

104; UCAS points required; from level 3 qualifications; These can include: A Levels at grade B, C and C, or above. BTEC Extended Diploma with Distinction, Merit, Merit; Access to HE Diploma; T Levels. You also need GCSE English and Maths (grade 9 – 4 / A* - C) or Level 2 equivalents. Mature applicants (aged 21+): If you do not hold the qualifications listed but have relevant work experience, you are welcome to apply. Your application will be considered on an individual basis. Level 5 (year 2) entry To directly enter the second year of this course, you will need to show appropriate knowledge and experience. For example, you are an ideal candidate if you have 120 undergraduate credits at Level 4 or a CertHE in a related subject area. Level 6 (year 3) entry To directly enter the third year of this course, you need to show appropriate knowledge and experience. For example, you are an ideal candidate if you have 240 undergraduate credits (at Levels 4 and 5), a DipHE, foundation degree or HND in a related subject area. IELTS 7.5 overall or above. You need to meet our English language requirement - a minimum of IELTS 7.5 for each of the four individual components (Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening). UCAS/course code: P501.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Tuition for: Full-time (3 years, September 2027). Source

International applicants: GBP 17,250 a year (2027/28). Tuition for: Full-time (3 years, September 2027). Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years full-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.uwl.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/how-apply-undergraduates

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