Applications for this course are open to people currently residing in:
Scotland
Year 3: Open
Rest of UK (Eng, Wales & NI) & Republic of Ireland
Year 3: Open
International (including EU/EEA)
Year 3: Closed
Journalism (3rd Year Entry)
COURSE DETAILS
AWARD:
BA (Hons)
DURATION & STUDY MODE:
2 years full-time
LOCATION:
Ayr
START DATE:
September 2023
UCAS CODE:
P500
Looking to learn the skills to drop the latest breaking news story? UWS’s BA (Hons) Journalism will teach you everything you need to know to become a newsworthy multimedia journalist.
This top-up degree builds upon your HND qualification (or equivalent) and is underpinned by theoretical insight into ethical and effective journalism; you’ll study news reporting, develop interview techniques, and hone your writing skills to meet the practical demands of today’s fast-paced news environment.
You’ll also have the option to specialise in either Sports or Magazine Journalism as you progress through the programme.
Highlights
- Combining theory and practical skills, you’ll learn everything you need to know to meet the demands of modern journalism.
- Core modules provide a strong foundation on a range of journalistic disciplines, including insights into ethical and effective journalism.
- You’ll gain expertise in a wide range of topics, including national and local government, international relations, and civil and criminal law relating to the media.
- You can specialise in either Sports or Magazine Journalism in the final years of the degree or pursue a broader journalism curriculum.
Minimum Entry Requirements
Year 3
- SQA HND / BTEC Level 5 HND / Foundation Degree / DipHE: Journalism or Practical Journalism or Communication with Media or another relevant discipline (for SQA awards, with Grade B in Graded Unit)
How to Apply
UCAS Hub
You can apply for this course, as well as keep up-to-date with your undergraduate application, via the UCAS Hub.
Your UCAS Hub account will be updated once a decision has been made on your application and you’ll be notified.
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Enquire about this course
If you’re not sure about anything, get in touch – we are here to help!
T: 0800 027 1000 (Freephone within the UK)
T: +44 (0)141 849 4101 (outwith the UK)
E: clearing@uws.ac.uk
Disclaimer
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