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Journalism and Media Including Foundation BA (Hons)

Kingston University

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

  • Location

    Main Site

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    15-SEP-25

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary


Reasons to choose Kingston

- Kingston is ranked No.3 in London for Journalism and Publishing (The Guardian University Guide League Tables 2023).- Kingston University’s media facilities include industry-standard software, two dedicated newsrooms and a broadcast media suite.- You’ll gain invaluable experience through a journalistic work placement. This experience, alongside your portfolio, will enhance your employability in the communications sector.- Our commitment to high quality teaching has been recognised with a Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) Gold rating. The University has received an overall rating of Gold, as well as securing a Gold award in the framework's two new student experience and student outcomes categories.


About this course

Are you considering a career in journalism or media? This practical course will give you an excellent start, preparing you for the changes and challenges you’ll meet along the way. You’ll gain the skills to communicate effectively across diverse media and markets.You’ll research, design and produce a range of media products, developing skills in project management and team-working. Live projects include creating and producing the campus newspaper and news website, The River.Through practical modules, you’ll develop your writing, editing and production skills. You’ll also acquire an understanding of the legal and ethical implications that may apply to your work.


Future Skills

Embedded within every course curriculum and throughout the whole Kingston experience, Future Skills will play a role in shaping you to become a future-proof graduate, providing you with the skills most valued by employers such as problem-solving, digital competency, and adaptability. As you progress through your degree, you'll learn to navigate, explore and apply these graduate skills, learning to demonstrate and articulate to employers how future skills give you the edge. At Kingston University, we're not just keeping up with change, we're creating it.


Career opportunities

The digital world offers exciting opportunities. You’ll graduate well-prepared for a career in journalism and media. Our graduates work in organisations such as the Guardian Media Group, the BBC, Channel 4, Express Group and Haymarket Media Group.

Application deadline

29 January

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A level : CC

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University information

Kingston University

  • University League Table

    88th

  • Campus address

    Kingston University, River House, 53-57 High Street, Kingston upon Thames, Kingston Upon Thames, KT1 1LQ, England

Kingston University welcomes students from more than 140 countries. Their fresh ideas and range of life experiences enrich the learning environment on campus.
Well known for its enterprise education expertise, the university has strong industry links with many global brands.
Significant investment in the campus, learning spaces and Future Skills curriculum has enhanced students' learning experience and employability prospects.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    31st out of 91 3

  • Entry standards

    / Max 206
    123 60%

    48th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    81.0 81%

    6th

    1
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.95 74%

    70th

    14

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