We pride ourselves on keeping up to date with the changes in the sector and working across the different mediums so you can hone skills in broadcast, video, film, print or digital. The ever-growing links with the industry, largely through our successful, distinguished alumni, ensures current and dynamic courses are delivered to you.
- BA (Hons) Journalism is accredited by the National Council for the Training of Journalists (NCTJ). Alongside your degree, you will complete the NCTJ Level 5 Diploma in Journalism, giving you the opportunity to graduate with two distinct qualifications. BA (Hons) Sports Journalism is accredited by the Broadcast Journalism Training Council (BJTC), recognised by Sky and the BBC.
- Work experience and employability are embedded into our Journalism degrees. Our annual careers experience event (cJAM) provides an opportunity to meet and learn from industry professionals from around the UK.
- Work in newsrooms, learning to tell stories everywhere, from TV to TikTok, podcasts to live blogs, so you’re job-ready after graduation.
Postgraduate
Our MA/PGCert Journalism Innovation & Leadership programme is designed for professionals worldwide working across the news media sector. It supports news innovators eager to lead and leaders eager to innovate.
Being sent out on news days to gather stories and interviews with cameras and recording equipment is incredibly beneficial to the development of my skills and prepares me for the workplace.
What can you do with a degree in journalism?
Our alumni work within TV, radio, digital, magazines and communications. As well as in professions where their transferable skills are in demand.
Explore our facilities
When you study here you'll have access to our Propeller service, where you can find help to start your own business. You'll receive one-to-one mentoring, masterclasses and possible access to funding. With creative students three times more likely to start up a business after graduating - this is an excellent way of getting ahead of the game.
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