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Journalism BA (Hons)

Ulster University

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  • Qualification

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

  • Location

    Coleraine

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    01-SEP-25

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

The course offers you the opportunity to study the theory and practice of journalism in context with determining factors such as law, economics, politics and technology. It provides you with a range of relevant practical and professional skills. You will get a basic grounding in the academic study of the media and practical journalism skills to underpin your advanced modules in Year 2 and 3. You will learn journalism theory, journalism law, public affairs and journalism practice in newsgathering and reporting including audio-visual (television and radio) print, online and mobile environments..We use a range of teaching methods: lectures, group seminars and practical workshops. These are delivered by experienced teaching staff, including former journalists.You will have access to a wide range of learning resources, including professional standard print production, digital sound and video software, television and radio studios. You will work in a simulated newsroom environment.

Application deadline

29 January

Tuition fees

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£ 16,320per year

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QUALIFICATION TYPE

A level

A level : BCC

Applicants may satisfy the requirement for the final A level grade (C) by substituting a combination of alternative qualifications to the same standard as defined by the University.

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University information

Ulster University

Ulster University

Ulster University

  • University League Table

    42nd

  • Campus address

    Ulster University, Cromore Road, Coleraine, Northern Ireland, BT52 1SA, Northern Ireland

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Renowned for its warm welcome, Ulster recruits international students from over 70 countries across the globe and has over 225,000 alumni worldwide.
Ulster delivers a world-class UK university experience with the added benefit of being one of the UK's most affordable locations.
An international student advisory team delivers a bespoke orientation programme and offers pastoral support to international students during their studies.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Communication & Media Studies

    41st out of 91 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 206
    132 64%

    28th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    68.0 68%

    37th

    15

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.11 78%

    47th

    8

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