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Journalism /Journalism (Sport) (top-up) - BA (Hons)

University of the West of Scotland

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University of the West of Scotland
UCAS CODE: P500

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  • Qualification

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

  • Location

    Ayr Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    07-SEP-26

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary

The UWS BA (Hons) Journalism or Journalism (Sports) course prepares you intellectually and practically for success in the modern multi-platform world of journalism – with the opportunity to specialise in news, sport or pursue a broader journalism curriculum. You will study news reporting, interviewing and writing skills and prepare yourself for the demands of today's dynamic and fluid news environment. The course underpins practical production and broadcasting skills with theoretical insight into ethical and effective journalism. You will build your knowledge of national and local government, international relations, and civil and criminal law relating to the media. The subject areas at the core of the degree provide a strong foundation in a range of specific journalistic disciplines. Core modules will comprise practical journalism modules in newsgathering, producing news and features, layout & design, digital video production, broadcast journalism, as well as work placements.

Application deadline

14/01/2026

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Tuition fees

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£ 15,500per year

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University information

University of the West of Scotland

University of the West of Scotland

  • University League Table

    128th

  • Campus address

    Paisley Campus, High Street, Paisley, Renfrewshire, PA1 2BE, United Kingdom

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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Communication & Media Stu

    89th out of 92 3

    73rd out of 86 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 198
    n/a

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    50.0 50%

    79th

    3

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 5
    3.27 82%

    19th

    19

  • Entry standards

    / Max 208
    127 61%

    23rd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    69.0 69%

    56th

    14

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 5
    3.24 81%

    45th

    16

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