Journalism
Leeds Beckett University
UCAS Code: P500 | Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Entry requirements
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE English Language Grade B or above and GCSE Maths Grade C or above (Grade 6 and Grade 4 respectively, for those sitting their GCSE from 2017 onwards) or equivalent. Key Skills/Functional Skills Level 3 are accepted in place of GCSE Grade B English Language. Key Skills/Functional Skills Level 2 and the Certificate in Adult Numeracy are accepted in place of GCSE Grade C Maths.
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A minimum of 72 points from two A levels or equivalent, excluding General Studies.
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About this course
**Report on world-changing events as they unfold on TV, radio, print or online with a career in journalism.**
This professionally accredited course will develop the skills you’ll need for a rewarding career in this dynamic, growing sector.
As part of this course, you’ll:
- Gain newsgathering skills and experience in modern journalism
- Understand the practice and principles of contemporary journalism including fairness and accuracy
- Create multimedia news content for print, digital and broadcast platforms
- Have access to purpose-built facilities including computer suites, TV and radio studios, and a dedicated newsroom
**ACCREDITATION**
This course is accredited by the bjtc (Broadcast Journalism Training Council) and the PPA (Professional Publishers Association).
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You'll have the opportunity to use our facilities to create multimedia news content for print, digital and broadcast platforms by combining the best of the past with an eye on the future.
**Industry links**
Gaining experience will be an important part of your course. Placement opportunities will give you the chance to encounter real-life journalism. We have links that can help you find work in organisations such as the BBC, Sky Sports and with a variety of local and national media companies. Our students have completed placements with The Independent, The One Show, local radio and newspapers.
**Guest lecture series**
You will have access to the guest lecture programme. Past speakers include the CEO of the London Stock Exchange, Shadow Chief Secretary to the Treasury, past Chair and President of the Academy of Marketing, Chief Executive of the British Bankers Association, the Chief Economist of Yorkshire Bank and the Editor of Cosmopolitan. To view and register for any upcoming guest lectures, visit our university events webpage.
**Why study Journalism at Leeds Beckett University...**
- 100% of students on BA (Hons) Journalism were positive about the way teaching staff explain things*
- Professionally accredited
- We are ranked in the top 30 universities in the UK for studying Journalism**
- Specialist facilities to create multimedia news content
- Open the doors to working in a practical environment at the BBC, Sky Sports and a variety of local and national media companies
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*2024 Guardian Subject League Tables
Modules
Year 1 Core Modules:
- Introduction to Journalism
- Digital Publishing
- Reporting
- Journalism Skills 1
- Journalism Practice & Principles
- Introduction to Media Law
- Broadcast Journalism
Year 2 Core Modules:
- Media Law in Context
- Writing Features
- Digital Newsdays
- Journalism Skills 2
- Futures: Reading the Media
- Government & Political Context in the UK
- Broadcast Newsdays
Year 3 Core Modules:
- Magazine Production
- Multiplatform Newsdays
- Journalism Skills 3
- Journalism Project
- Magazine Newsdays
In addition, choose from a list of Year 3 option modules. Please check our website for a full and up-to-date list.
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