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Integrated Foundation - Bachelor of Arts (Honours) - Journalism

Birmingham campus — Birmingham, West Midlands, United Kingdom

Study Level: Undergraduate · 3-Year Bachelor's Degree
Duration: To be confirmed
Study Mode: To be confirmed
Next Intake: September 2027
Tuition Fee: GBP 18,570
Application Fee: None listed
Scholarships Available: None listed
Post-Study Work Information: Graduate Route: Verify before applying
Application Status: Open — confirm with Eagle Link (Not confirmed)

Program information is subject to institution confirmation. Fees, deadlines, intakes and entry requirements may change.

Overview

The BA (Hons) Journalism degree is designed to prepare students for careers in the industry by equipping them with the knowledge and cutting-edge skills required to succeed as professional journalists. It develops agile, independent reporters capable of working across multiple platforms, while understanding the democratic role of journalism in representing diverse voices and stories. The course encourages adaptability, innovation, and entrepreneurial thinking, enabling students to engage effectively with an evolving media landscape. Developed in collaboration with leading industry experts and researchers, the programme offers a range of complementary modules that build practical journalistic skills across all news platforms, alongside an understanding of the wider challenges facing the industry. Students are prepared for tasks such as live reporting, interviewing key figures, and covering complex contemporary issues, supported by research- and practice-informed teaching and opportunities for placements. This four-year programme includes a foundation year for students who do not initially meet the entry requirements for a three-year degree, providing additional Level 3 study to support progression. After completing the foundation year, students have the flexibility to transfer to related undergraduate media degree programmes. Through workshops, live reporting sessions, and real-world storytelling, students gain valuable insight into the impact of journalism at local, national, and international levels, while developing creative, analytical, and technical skills. The course is delivered by experienced professionals from broadcast, print, and digital journalism, and benefits from strong links with key industry organisations. Students have opportunities to work on live briefs, contribute to the award-winning Birmingham Eastside website, and collaborate within a shared newsroom environment. Graduates have progressed to roles with organisations such as Sky, the BBC, Reach Plc, ITV News, South West News Service, MKFM, Birmingham World, and the Express & Star, with some achieving industry recognition during their studies.

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Credential: 3-Year Bachelor's Degree
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Entry Requirements

Entry requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

English-language requirements

English-language requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

Fees & Costs

Tuition fee: GBP 18,570
Application fee: None listed
Deposit required: Not listed
Estimated other compulsory fees: Not listed — confirm with Eagle Link.

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Scholarships

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Intakes & Deadlines

Upcoming intakes: September 2027, September 2028, September 2029
Application deadline: Confirm with Eagle Link
Application status: Confirm with Eagle Link
Intake availability: Not confirmed

Campus & Location

Birmingham campus

Birmingham, West Midlands, United Kingdom

4 Cardigan Street

Post-Study Work / Immigration Information

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About the Institution

The Birmingham City University offers a range of subjects and specialisms across six Schools – Arts; Business; Law and Social Sciences; Architecture, Built Environment, Computing and Engineering; Life and Health Sciences; and Nursing and Midwifery – as well as the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire. The university’s early history can be traced back to 1843 with the founding of the Birmingham Society of Arts and School of Design. Over time, five individual colleges were brought together to form The City of Birmingham Polytechnic in 1971, which later became Birmingham City University. With around 31...

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Program information last verified 8 October 2026.

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