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Journalism

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Course summary

Our Journalism degree equips you with the essential skills and knowledge to succeed in the fast-paced media industry, supporting you to become a dynamic and adaptable journalist.

Stay ahead of the curve and explore the latest trends in journalism, including the impact of technology and sustainability on news reporting and consumption. Master essential skills such as news research and writing, photography, video and audio production, including podcasting, and develop strong written and oral communication skills essential for effective journalism.

Learn from our experienced team of journalists with backgrounds in newspapers, magazines, radio, and television. Our degree will equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive as a journalist or in another creative profession, becoming a force for change in the world.

You’ll leave us fully equipped with the skills and knowledge to understand and address the challenges facing society today, in any number of social fields.

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • Chester

Study options

  • BA (Hons) • Full-time • 3 Years

Start dates

  • 05/10/2026

Application codes

Course code:
P500
Institution code:
C55

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Application codes

Course code:
P500
Institution code:
C55

Historical entry grades data BETA

This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted with (learn more). It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.

Data from:
This course and 4 other media, journalism and communications courses
Date range:
2022-2024

Grades held by accepted students

For University of Chester, the top and bottom 5% of student grades have been removed from these calculations. This change helps to remove any extraordinary circumstances that could impact the data. Learn more here .
BCC Most common
  1. AAB
  2. Highest grades
  3. DDD
  4. Lowest grades

Offer rate for UK school & college leavers

80% Students aged 17/18 who applied to this course were offered a place.

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Student Outcomes

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75 Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)

95 Go onto work and study

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