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.
The following entry points are available for this course:
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.
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
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| IELTS (Academic) | 6.5 | IELTS 6.5 overall with no component below 6.0. |
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.
Historical entry grades data is not currently available for Edinburgh Napier University - we are working with them to try and make it available soon - learn more.
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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.
International - Year 1 £18,220 - £21,120 (See course page for details)
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