A Brighton Journalism degree prepares you for diverse careers in online, newspaper, magazine, radio and television journalism as well as public relations and media management.
Studying here at Brighton, you’ll be part of a community that helps you grow, no matter what your background. This course is packed with opportunities to build real-world experience, including a paid placement after year two and hands-on experiences with live newsfeeds and field reporting opportunities. Our inclusive approach to learning will help you go further; we’ll make sure you play to your strengths and learn in ways that suit you best.
Recent graduates from this course have gone on to work at the Evening Standard, Radio5Live and The Independent.
Top reasons to choose this course
The course is accredited by the NCTJ which ensures your degree is recognised by the industry and meets professional standards.
You’ll master core journalism skills such as newswriting, live reporting, shorthand and media law.
Boost your CV with an optional paid placement year to apply your learning in a real-world setting and gain valuable industry connections.
Our newsroom with live newsfeeds gives you authentic, real-life journalistic experience.
You’ll get practical technical training in sound, filming and editing equipment, so you graduate with up-to-date media production skills.
Gain real-world reporting experience – you will be covering live events and working with local sports organisation partners.
Trips to top media venues, including opportunities for exclusive interviews and guest lectures from leading professionals.
Why Brighton is a great place to study Journalism
Brighton is a bustling city with creativity and media at its heart, making it the perfect setting to study Journalism.
Our long heritage in art, design and media education means you’ll be part of a diverse network of creatives, with access to industry connections that extend beyond the campus.
Named one of the best cities on the planet and third best city in the UK by Time Out, Brighton is also a bustling hub for music, design and film.
Year 1
You’ll gain a thorough introduction to journalism, covering news and features writing, podcasts and videos, shorthand, ethics and critical approaches to journalism.
Core modules
Video Journalism
Introduction to Journalism Studies
News and Ethics
Production Journalism
Politics in Context
Podcast Journalism
Year 2
You’ll build on foundational skills with specialisms in convergent journalism, media law and critical issues in journalism, plus news portfolio development. You’ll refine research, editing and reporting techniques, learn to work with different platforms and take part in live briefs and field reporting opportunities.
Core modules
Specialist Portfolio
Critical Issues in Journalism
Media Law
Converging Journalism
News Portfolio and Shorthand
Optional placement year
An optional placement year gives you the chance to apply your journalism and reporting skills in a professional environment, build a strong portfolio, gain confidence and establish industry contacts before your final year.
Final year
You’ll undertake modules covering areas in journalism such as broadcasting, public service and magazine. You’ll also complete a major final project, applying your skills and creative voice to work that prepares you for a career in journalism.
Core modules
Broadcast Journalism
Public Service Journalism
Magazine Journalism
Critical Investigation
Professional Practice
This course is available in Clearing. If you have submitted an application, you can add this course. If you haven’t sent us an application yet, you can do this until 24th September 2026.
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
University of Brighton has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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The following entry points are available for this course:
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
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| IELTS (Academic) | 6.5 | IELTS 6.5 overall, with 6.0 in writing and reading and a minimum of 5.5 in the other elements. Or equivalent English Language qualification. |
At Brighton we recognise that not everyone's background provides the same advantages, and we know that grades are not the only indicator of potential.
If you meet our contextual admissions criteria we will make you an offer which is at least 16 UCAS points lower than our standard offer. You may also be eligible for additional financial and practical support from us through the Brighton Boost cost of living support package.
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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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.
Fees are payable each year and will increase annually in line with inflation.
Tuition fees for full-time UK / Home undergraduate students in academic year 2026–27
Annual course fees:
Honours degree £9,790
Placement year £1,958
Integrated foundation year (except the School of Business and Law) £9,790
Integrated foundation year in the School of Business and Law* £5,760*
*The £5,760 fee is for the foundation year only. Subsequent years are charged at the regulated undergraduate fee.
Many courses include the option of a salaried placement year. Tuition fees for a placement year are charged at a lower rate.
Regulated fees:
Tuition fees for UK / Home students on undergraduate courses in England are set by the UK government and are known as regulated fees. From academic year 2026–27 onwards, regulated fees will increase annually in line with forecast inflation. The regulated fee will be £9,790 in academic year 2026–27 and £10,050 in academic year 2027–28 (subject to parliamentary approval).
Standard tuition fees for full-time international students in academic year 2026–27:
Classroom-based courses £17,796–19,692
Laboratory or studio-based courses £17,796–19,692
Placement year £1,958
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