18Oct
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Course summary
Curious about people and the world? Develop the skills needed for a career in journalism, with a focus on in-depth research, critical thinking and storytelling that makes an impact. Gain extensive hands-on experience in industry-standard TV and radio studios, learning from expert practitioners and guest speakers. Develop top-level news and social media writing, supported by opportunities for industry placements.
- Specialist journalism: this course has a predominantly broadcast, web and social media focus with opportunities to specialise in an area you are passionate about.
- Career-focused skills: develop strong written and verbal communication skills, including news writing and broadcast presentation.
- Applied learning: get practical experience with broadcasting, social media and digital journalism tools.
- Ranked 3rd for Journalism, Guardian University Guide 2025
- Industry recognised: accreditation by the Broadcast Journalism Training Council (BJTC) ensures industry-relevant multi-platform training by experienced staff and a short-term work placement.
- Specialised facilities: access to professional standard TV and radio studios, wireless newsrooms, podcast booths and video editing suites, as well as the Media Loan Service for borrowing cameras and other portable recording equipment. These can help you develop the skills and techniques employers need.
- Content portfolio: build a portfolio of varied stories and other media material, right from your first year, with many involving interactions with external sources and collaborators to help improve your employment prospects.
- Global reach: take part in collaborative projects with other media students internally, nationally and globally - enhancing creativity, skills and employability.
- Choose your path: optional year-long work placement or study abroad on top of short placements, boosting real-world experience and career readiness.2 Previous students have secured work experience and employment at Sky, BBC, ITV, Coventry City FC, Heat magazine and The New York Times among others.
- Develop highly valued skills: reflecting the changing and dynamic needs of industry, including exceptional communication, project planning, critical thinking and analysis, problem-solving and powerful presentation and listening skills.
Modules
This course has a common first year. The common first year enables you to work alongside students doing similar courses to you, to widen your knowledge and exposure to other subject areas and professions. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with other students, so you can share your insights and experience which will help you to develop and learn. If you discover an interest in a specific subject you have studied, upon successful completion of your first year, you could swap degrees with another course in your common first year (subject to meeting progression requirements). Common first year courses: Journalism BA (Hons) Media and Communication BA (Hons) Year One Modules: Multiplatform Skills in the Digital Age The Power to Influence: Media and Responsibility Creating Stories: Narratives and Communities Digital Tribes: Understanding Audiences Year Two Modules: Chasing the Deadline: Newsrooms in Action Being A Credible Journalist: Public Affairs, Law and Ethics Networking, Professionalism and Self-branding in the Media Entertainment and Lifestyle Journalism Sandwich Year: There’s no better way to find out what you love doing than trying it out for yourself, which is why a work placement2 can often be beneficial. Work placements usually occur between your second and final years of study. They’re a great way to help you explore your potential career path and gain valuable work experience, whilst developing transferable skills for the future. Final Year Modules: Running a Professional Newsroom Political and Investigative Journalism Diving Deep: Long- form Journalism and Innovation Optional Modules: Sports Journalism Persuasion: Public Relations and Marketing We regularly review our course content, to make it relevant and current for the benefit of our students. For these reasons, course modules may be updated.
Assessment method
This course is assessed using methods that vary by module. Assessment methods may include: Portfolio audio/radio stories Video/tv stories Online/web articles Individual website Social media posts Court report Audio essay or commentary Video essay or commentary Written reflective essay Research report Diary or log Open book test (media law and ethics) Employment material—CV, cover letter, skills audit etc Networking material—calendar and contacts entries Strategy pitch Long-form journalism including documentary. The Coventry University Group assessment strategy ensures that our courses are fairly assessed and allows us to monitor student progression towards the achieving the intended learning outcomes.
Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
- Broadcast Journalism Training Council
How to apply
14Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
Please select a course option – you will then see the application code you need to use to apply for the course.
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 112 points
A level - BBC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DMM
Access to HE Diploma
Scottish Higher - CCD
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 29 points
GCSE/National 4/National 5
We’re here to help you achieve your study goals. If your qualifications or expected levels of grades differ from those outlined above, chat with our admissions team and between us we will explore the possibilities open to you. We accept a range of qualifications and our study experience is designed to give you options and support from the start. Contact us via our website to find out more.
Student Outcomes
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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9535* | Year 1 |
*This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Additional costs/fee information
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Studying this course with a sandwich year incurs an additional £1,500 fee (£1,800 for international students) to cover your academic support throughout your placement year.
For full international fees and the most up to date information about tuition fees, please check the relevant course page of the Coventry University website.
Provider information
Coventry University
Priory Street
Coventry
CV1 5FB