Program Overview

Broadcast Journalism BA (Hons)

The Broadcast Journalism BA (Hons) course is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge required to succeed in the broadcast journalism industry. Delivered by award-winning journalists, this industry-accredited degree will provide students with the tools and space to tell the stories that matter to them.

Course Details

• UCAS code: P500
• Level of study: Undergraduate
• Typical offer: 104 - 112 UCAS tariff points
• Start date: September 2026
• Duration: Three years full-time
• Attendance: Full-time
• Course delivery: On-campus (City Campus)
• The course is accredited by the Broadcast Journalism Training Council (BJTC) and offers work placement opportunities and study abroad opportunities.

About this Course

This course is ideal for students who see themselves as the next voice and face of the airwaves, shaping and driving the news agenda for their generation. The course will give students the tools and space to tell the stories that matter to them, with a focus on practical skills and industry-standard equipment.

Key Features

• Practice and obtain professional skills and abilities alongside peers
• Use the latest equipment and facilities within the Centre for Broadcasting and Journalism
• Benefit from a unique partnership with regional and national broadcasters, including the BBC, ITV, Sky News, Global Radio, and Bauer Media
• Gain countless opportunities for working in industry alongside studies
• Recent graduates have secured roles such as Producer at Good Morning Britain, Reporter at Channel 5 News, Researcher at Sky News, and Social Media Editor at the Daily Mail

What You'll Study

The course is 50% practical and 50% academic, with a focus on developing students' practical skills in radio, television, and online journalism. Students will gain extensive practical experience through:

Practical Work and News-days

• Develop practical skills in radio, television, and online across all three years
• Participate in mock news-day activities that simulate the real world
• Take part in weekly news-day activities at key stages during the course
• Staff act as consultant editors, as do representatives from industry
• Roles on news days are rotated and cover news reading, presenting, reporting, television gallery roles, and editing

Module Information

The course consists of a range of core and optional modules, including:

Core Modules

• Introduction to Audio and Video Journalism: Immerse yourself in practical skills for audio, video, and online news production
• Introduction to Media Law: Delve into the core principles of media law in England and Wales, alongside crucial UK media regulations
• Public Affairs: Explore both local and central government in the UK, understand how they work, and uncover intriguing political stories
• Introduction to Journalism Studies: Understand journalism's core, its global impact, and the skills essential for success

Optional Modules

• Sports Journalism: Develop your theoretical and critical understanding of the role and coverage of sport in contemporary society
• Photojournalism: Demonstrate skills, knowledge, and understanding of the theory and practice of stills photography
• Ethics and Representation: Explore the principles guiding ethical journalism in various media forms
• Political Journalism: Learn to report on global and UK issues effectively, exploring the journalist-politician relationship and tackling ethical challenges

Entry Requirements

• UK students: 112 UCAS Tariff points from up to four qualifications
• International students: 112 UCAS Tariff points from up to four A levels, with English language requirements

Fees and Funding

• UK students: £9,790 per year
• International students: £17,950 per year
• Scholarships and funding opportunities are available, including the Journalism Diversity Fund

Careers and Employability

Employability is a key focus of this course, with many compulsory modules including initiatives to help enhance students' future careers in journalism. Graduates have gone on to work in broadcast news media, public relations, communications, video production companies, and podcast production.

Graduate Employers

• Reach Plc
• BBC
• ITV
• Daily Mail
• E.OnNews
• UKUniversal
• LAD Bible

Our Graduates Are…

• Broadcast Journalists
• Video Journalists
• TV Producers
• Sports Social Media Executives
• Marketing and Social Media Managers
• Motoring Reporters
• Production Researchers

Campus and Facilities

Students will mainly be studying in the Centre for Broadcasting and Journalism, with access to facilities including:

• One of the largest student newsrooms in the UK
• A fully functioning TV studio with production facilities
• Radio studios
• A podcasting suite

Applying

Students can apply for this course through UCAS or directly to the university. It is recommended that students apply as early as possible, as student visa processing times can vary.