Course contact details
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Email:studentrecruitment@napier.ac.uk
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Edinburgh Napier University
219 Colinton Road
Edinburgh
EH14 1DJ
Journalism
- BA (Hons)
- 4 Years
- Full-time
- 7 September 2026
- Undergraduate
- Merchiston Campus
Course summary
We are a top 10 university in the UK for Journalism
The Guardian University Guide 2025
Our course provides you with a practical and critical understanding of the changing face of journalism and the legal, political and economic aspects of the profession.
Our emphasis on employability means that you’ll be taught by professional journalists about everyday life in the industry. And we’ll introduce you to ways of gaining first-hand experiences in journalism – including work placements through our links with various news organisations as well as freelance opportunities.
The course provides the opportunity to study at a partner university overseas, or complete a work placement in industry in your third year.
We’re committed to producing highly capable graduates with the strongest possible skillset. From the start, we treat you not just as a student, but as a working journalist, challenging you to produce work to industry standard so you can excel in a newsroom environment.
How to apply
Apply by
14 January
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
- Course code:
- P500
- Institution code:
- E59
- Campus name:
- Merchiston Campus
- Campus Code:
- M
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
- Year 2
- Year 3
Entry requirements
UCAS TariffNot accepted
A levelBBC
Including English or Media Studies at grade C.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DMM
Minimum grades DMM (Distinction, Merit, Merit) in a related subject plus A-level English or Media Studies at grade C.
Access to HE DiplomaD: 15 credits
M: 30 credits
Pass Access to HE Diploma in a related subject with 45 credits overall with minimum 30 Credits at Merit & 15 Distinction including English or Media Studies at Level 3.
Scottish HigherABBB
Including English or Media Studies.
If you are eligible for an adjusted offer under our Contextual Admissions Policy, please see the ‘Minimum Qualification Requirements’ below.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)D*D*
Minimum grades DD (Distinction*, Distinction*) in a relevant subject plus grade C in A Level English or Media Studies.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme29 points
Award of Diploma with 29 points overall with three HL subjects at grades 6, 5, 5 including English or Media Studies at minimum grade 5.
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)H2, H2, H2, H3
H2, H2, H2, H3 at HL including English or Media Studies.
T LevelM
T Level must be completed in a English/Literary subject or A Level English or Media Studies may be required. Please contact ugadmissions@napier.ac.uk to check if you meet the subject specific requirements.
Minimum Year 2 Entry Requirements
SQA Advanced Higher - BBC including English.
A-levels - BBB including English.
HNC B in related subject (Media and Communications). Other HNCs considered on individual basis.
Minimum Year 3 Entry Requirements
HND - Pass in a relevant subject with Grade B in the graded unit.
*Literary subjects accepted: Modern Studies, History, Psychology, RMPS, Theology, Media Studies, Philosophy, Politics, Sociology, Geography, Latin, Classics, A level Government and Politics, A level Classical Civilisation, A level Drama.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Scottish Higher BBCC
Including English or Media Studies.
The grades listed above are our minimum entry requirements for applicants who meet our widening participation criteria. For further information about our entry requirements and our widening participation criteria as outlined within our Contextual Admissions Policy please visit our website.
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6.5 | IELTS 6.5 overall with no component below 6.0. |
Historical entry grades data
This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course 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.
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
Per year tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|
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
International - Year 1 £18,220 - £21,120 (See course page for details)
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