Whether you see yourself working on the news desk for a national media channel or creating content for a specialist publication in sport, fashion, health, business or music, this journalism degree course can help get you there.

Our BA (Hons) Journalism with Content Creation course goes beyond traditional journalism, embracing contemporary content production.

From multi-platform journalism to digital and social media-first storytelling, you will explore and master the mediums of today's journalism. This course will teach you the skills you need to succeed within a fast-paced media environment in the digital era.

As well as benefitting from industry-led learning by our expert staff and developing your skills in our professionally equipped TV and Radio studios, you will:

learn to produce news and features that are industry standard

discover how to broadcast live for news and current affairs programmes for TV, Radio and YouTube channels

explore creating in-demand social-first journalism from TIKTOK explainers to mobile Short Features

master a range of journalistic mediums, including podcasting, photo journalism, ezines, online news and documentary.

The overall aim of this journalism course is to help you acquire the skills to build a rewarding and flexible career in this exciting industry.

Why study this course?

2nd modern** London university for Communication and Media Studies - The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2027

Ranked top 50 in the UK and 2nd modern** London university - The Guardian University Guide 2027

2nd London university for overall student satisfaction - National Student Survey 2026*

Top 20 in the UK for teaching quality - The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2027

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We support flexible study by offering some of our courses part-time or via distance learning. To give you real world experience before you graduate, we also offer some courses with a placement or internship. All available options are listed here. Your choices may affect some details of your course, such as the duration and cost per year. Please re-check the details on this page if you change your selection.

Duration: 3 years

With Foundation Year

Duration: 4 years

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What you'll study

Through practical experience, guidance from our industry experts, and an innovative curriculum, this journalism degree course reflects the shift from traditional journalistic methods to the current practices that capable journalists need today.

Emphasising diversity, equality, and representation, the course is committed to teaching you the importance of these values within the news media landscape, with representation in the media forming a cornerstone of the course ethos.

You are encouraged to critically engage with the practice of journalism and its role in society. The outcome is graduates who are well-rounded journalists, skilled content creators, and thoughtful contributors to the media landscape.

Practical experience on the course includes:

realistic newsroom simulations, providing hands-on experience in producing news stories in a fast-paced environment

voice coaching and training to develop broadcast-ready delivery skills and refine techniques essential for various journalistic platforms.

As well as equipping you with the ability to produce written work according to the standards of traditional print journalism, we will also teach you to:

create compelling digital content, including podcasts and social media

produce and edit video and audio material

gain a deeper understanding of journalism’s place within broader cultural, social, and political contexts

understand legal issues facing journalists.

Throughout your journalistic studies, you will have access to our professionally equipped studios where you can develop your skills in:

podcasting

video production

media presentation

photo journalism

radio journalism.

In your final year, you will have the choice to work on an independent journalistic project or a media dissertation.

Please note, we regularly review our course content to offer relevant, impactful and career-shaping learning. Therefore, the following modules are indicative and subject to change.

Compulsory modules

Digital Media Lab

The primary aim of this module is to develop the fundamental building blocks of story skills necessary for a career in journalism. This module seeks to introduce you to digital storytelling techniques and tools, ensuring you are well-versed in contemporary methods of news dissemination.

Broadcast Production

This module aims to introduce you to the practical foundations of video and radio broadcast production. The primary objectives are to equip you with essential technical skills, foster an understanding of production processes, and develop your ability to create professional-quality broadcast content in line with industry standards and regulations.

Principles of Journalism

On this module you will be introduced to the institutions and practices of journalism and broadcast journalism in the UK, and the analysis of journalistic output across a range of formats, including newspapers, TV, radio programming, and social media.

Media Presentation Skills

During this module, you will develop your speaking and storytelling skills, with the aim of enhancing your understanding of how journalists work across various platforms.

Podcasting

Dive into the world of audio production and storytelling through podcasts. Enhance your voiceover skills, audio recording, sound design and web design/publishing skills.

The Story Studio

This module equips you with practical skills for producing journalism content across radio, TV/video channels, and social media platforms. It aims to foster critical thinking and problem-solving skills through real-world journalism scenarios and challenges, through weekly news days.

Government and Politics Journalism

On this module you will be introduced to the systems and main players in local, regional, national and European/international government as it applies in the UK. You will also have an opportunity to visit a number of political meetings during this module.

Law for Journalists

The module will cover and enable discussion on a range of legal topics and how they relate to journalism. These include freedom of speech and its caveats, defamation, official secrets, obscenity, the law of contempt, children in the news, privacy, copyright, freedom of information and the role of regulatory authorities.

Industry Experience (Content Creation)

In this module, you will participate in work experience in a media sector organisation. This may include Print or Online publishing, TV, Video, Audio, Online, PR, production/publishing companies or channels.

Global Media Systems

In this module, you will be introduced to foundational theories and concepts related to international news. You will become well-acquainted with a variety of transnational news networks and the influences on their news agendas. You will explore how news operates in diverse social, cultural, economic, and political contexts, and examine the role of news in different societies across the globe.

Content Production

This module equips you with the skills required for creating diverse types of journalistic content for various digital media platforms. The module is designed to develop your abilities to communicate complex information clearly and engagingly across various digital platforms.

Live Content Creation

This module allows you to operate in the dynamic and fast-paced environment of a professional newsroom, through weekly news days. The module will instil a strong understanding of ethical journalism practices and professional standards specific to radio, TV, online and social media news production, and allow you to develop strategies for engaging diverse audiences across different media platforms.

Representation and Diversity in the Media

This module explores key theories and debates on how diversity is constructed, represented, and understood across global media. It focuses on news media portrayals of race, ethnicity, gender, culture, and disability. You will gain a strong conceptual foundation to practice inclusive, culturally aware, and responsible journalism.

Data Journalism

This module will allow you to maximise the use of IT tools and data to support digital storytelling. You will learn the basics of a discipline that is growing in strength and importance; data journalism. This includes learning where to find data, how to critically analyse it, and how to maximise chances for shareability and interactivity. At the end of the module, you will have a solid understanding of the opportunities provided by data journalism in the digital age.

Project (Journalism) OR Dissertation (Media)

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Project (Journalism): The project is a significant endeavour that integrates the practical and theoretical skills and concepts you have acquired across all your modules. You will have the opportunity to choose from a variety of individually produced journalistic artefacts, ensuring that your work is both original and distinct from any previous submissions. The primary aim of this module is to challenge you to push your skills to their utmost limits, ultimately producing a piece of work that meets professional standards. This work will serve as a pivotal showcase of your abilities, acting as a calling card for your future career.

Dissertation (Media): During the course of the first semester's classes and workshops, you will develop a research question, consider different research methods, explore how to structure an effective argument, and reflect upon the content of your proposal. This will help you to decide upon the topic of your dissertation and will support you to develop the research skills you need to successfully pursue a research project moving forward.

Photo Stories

This module allows you to develop creative skills in photography, including composition, lighting, and editing. It will also equip you with the ability to produce compelling visual stories that adhere to journalistic standards and ethics. Finally, you will produce photographic assignments and projects relevant to the evolving news media landscape.

What our students say

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UWL has really given me a platform to improve on my skills. I've gained confidence, and now I'm doing all of these different things that I wouldn't have done if I hadn't come here. They've helped me get the experiences I need for the future as well.

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Entry requirements

Requirements:

International

104 UCAS points required

from level 3 qualifications

These can include:

A Levels at grade B, C and C, or above

BTEC Extended Diploma with Distinction, Merit, Merit

Access to HE Diploma

T Levels

You also need GCSE English and Maths (grade 9 – 4 / A* - C) or Level 2 equivalents.

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Whether you are changing career or don't have the exact subjects and grades required for this course, you might want to choose this course with a foundation year. This will give you an extra year's study to prepare you for the standard degree programme, where you can go on to graduate with a full Honours degree. Follow the link to see full details of the course with foundation year.

Mature applicants (aged 21+): If you do not hold the qualifications listed but have relevant work experience, you are welcome to apply. Your application will be considered on an individual basis.

Level 5 (year 2) entry

To directly enter the second year of this course, you will need to show appropriate knowledge and experience. For example, you are an ideal candidate if you have 120 undergraduate credits at Level 4 or a CertHE in a related subject area.

Level 6 (year 3) entry

To directly enter the third year of this course, you need to show appropriate knowledge and experience. For example, you are an ideal candidate if you have 240 undergraduate credits (at Levels 4 and 5), a DipHE, foundation degree or HND in a related subject area.

7.5 IELTS or above

You need to meet our English language requirement - a minimum of IELTS 7.5 for each of the four individual components (Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening). Visit our English language requirements page for information on other English language tests we accept.

You also need academic qualifications at the same level as UK applicants. In some countries where teaching is in English, we may accept local qualifications. Check for local equivalents.

We offer pre-sessional English language courses if you do not meet these requirements.

Find out more about our English Language courses.

Fees & funding

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Additional costs

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Fees for the 2027/28 academic year and onwards may be subject to Government regulation and change.

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Funding your studies

You may be eligible for a student loan to cover the cost of tuition fees or a maintenance loan. Additional funding is available to some types of students, such as those with dependants and disabled students.

We offer generous bursaries and scholarships to make sure your aspirations are your only limit.

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International students - funding your studies

We offer scholarships for international students including International Ambassador Scholarships.

Further information about funding and financial support for international students is available from the UK Council for International Student Affairs.

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Media and communications facilities

You will have access to a range of our excellent media and communications facilities. Watch the video to find out more.

TV and radio studios

We have fully equipped film, TV, radio and photography studios on campus to support your training.

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Your future career

This journalism degree will maximise your employability skills, fully preparing you for a career in the journalism sector. There are many paths and jobs for journalism graduates, including journalist researcher/coordinator, digital content producer, videographer and radio presenter.

You may decide to specialise in a related area or explore a new subject. Please see our postgraduate courses for a range of options.

One-to-one, life-long careers support

Taught by lecturers with industry experience

Career-focused modules

On campus, specialist careers fairs

Support with CV and interview skills

Alumni networking events

Industry connections

Build your portfolio

Job roles

journalist researcher/coordinator

TV/social platform presenter

digital content producer

videographer

radio presenter

TV and radio production (vision mixer, camper operator, sound operator)

feature writer

short and long form documentary maker

public relations exec

social media producer

digital/multimedia reporter

podcaster

news writer.

Alison Hawkings Course Leader

An experienced educator with close ties to industry committed to supporting emerging journalists and communicators into the workplace. Active based learning sits at the core of journalism and media research led practice creating learning communities which mirror employers wants and needs. Currently delivering journalism, media and promotion content across five degree pathways in the London School of Film, Media and Design.

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