Course summary
This course gives you the knowledge, skills and networks to pursue an exciting career in the multimedia world of journalism. Taught by staff with academic expertise and professional experience in journalism, you’ll receive training in TV, radio and digital production, alongside theoretical study. You’ll learn how to spot and investigate a story, then write, produce and edit your own stories in our industry-standard studios, editing rooms and media suites. You’ll explore ethical issues, the role of journalism in society, and choose modules on topics ranging from documentary to citizen media. You’ll complete a work placement to gain experience and put your skills into practice. You can also get involved in Leeds University Union’s (LUU) award-winning student media societies. You can transfer to our BA Journalism and Media degree in later years, allowing you to study journalism into the broader context of media and communication and choose from a wider range of options.
Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
- Broadcast Journalism Training Council
How to apply
31Jan
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
European Baccalaureate: 80% overall. We typically receive a high number of applications for this course. To ensure we treat all applications fairly, we may put your application on hold until after the UCAS deadline before making a final decision. All applications received before the UCAS deadline are guaranteed equal consideration. For further information visit our course page. This course is not accepting applications for deferred entry.
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 7 | With no less than 6.5 in all any component. |
If you're an international student and you don't meet the English language requirements for this course, you may be able to study our undergraduate pre-sessional English course, to help improve your English language level.
See alternative English language qualifications we accept.
http://www.leeds.ac.uk/projectleeds/info/123100/admissions/143/entry_requirements
Unistats information
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Student satisfaction
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
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Additional fee information
For further information please see http://www.leeds.ac.uk/undergraduatefees
Provider information
University of Leeds
Woodhouse Lane
Leeds
LS2 9JT