home students only
Check eligibility →
Roehampton University · Undergraduate
BA (Hons) Journalism Bachelor's degree at Roehampton University
BA (Hons) Journalism at Roehampton University. You'll study core theory alongside practical newsroom skills, research and interviewing methods, and specialist options that let you shape your focus.
BA (Hons)
Award
3
Years
Full-time
Study mode
80%
in work/study (15m)
About this course
Become a professional journalist, learn how to tell great stories, and how to prepare your work for publication across a range of different media platforms. From the provider’s course page.
BA (Hons) Journalism is a Bachelor's degree (BA (Hons)) at Roehampton University. It runs 3 years, studied full-time.
For Journalism graduates from this provider, 80% were in work or further study 15 months after graduating, typical earnings around £25,000. (HESA Graduate Outcomes / LEO, via Discover Uni.)
For the typical curriculum, specialisations, career paths and graduate earnings for Media & Communications, see the sections below.
Course evidence score
The arithmetic mean of the official measures available for this course: NSS satisfaction, graduate activity and continuation.
8.6
/ 10
Excellent
3 of 3 official measures
Student satisfaction
What students say in the National Student Survey
Excellent86
Published threshold met NSS publication requires sufficient responses; small differences are not a rank. NSS mean of 7 published themes (Discover Uni snapshot 2026-06-21)
Graduate outcomes
In work or further study 15 months after graduating
Excellent80
Stronger evidence Published sample: 1,265. Cohort 2021-22. Graduate Outcomes work or further study 80% (2021-23; Discover Uni snapshot 2026-06-21)
Continuation
Students who continue past their first year
Exceptional90
Published threshold met Discover Uni suppresses continuation data below its publication threshold. Cohort 2022-23. Continuation 90% (2022-23; Discover Uni snapshot 2026-06-21)
Curriculum & modules
Real modules published for this course, grouped only where the source gives a year, stage or level.
Year 1 4 modules
- Foundation Digital Media Business
Module details
Digital technology has changed the way news is produced, packaged, distributed, consumed and used by readers and audiences. This module will introduce you to the media business environment, providing a grounding in how the online news and social media industries operate. You will look at how media and communication work to influence society and the way we live our lives. It focuses on the ways that digital technology affects media production, while providing a grounding in news media analysis. T
Assessment: Social media blog (30%) and an essay/report (70%)
- Journalists and the Media
Module details
Start the journey to becoming journalists and content creators. Guided by professionals, you will learn some of the secrets of the trade. You will discover how to access relevant sources and conduct interviews. You will also start to learn about how journalism works and what it involves. This module introduces you to the media industry and the culture, traditions and achievements of journalists in Britain and the world. You will also learn to research, prepare and conduct interviews, and select
- Audiovisual Production
Module details
This module equips you with the skills to create visual projects (photos and videos) for storytelling purposes. We encourage you to explore and experiment with a wide range of practices and techniques, including DSLR camera operation, lighting, composition, digital editing and post-production using industry-standard Adobe software. The module introduces you to the languages, grammar, conventions, and techniques of digital video and stills production for online media. It provides the knowledge an
Assessment: Photo Reportage and Video Project
- Newsmaking
Module details
You will develop your news writing and reporting skills, starting with finding out how to identify newsworthy events. You will gain a working knowledge of Britain's most important institutions, so you can make use of them for sources. You will learn how to write stories that deliver the critical information that readers need. In Newsmaking, you learn about the traditions, conventions and narrative strategies of news writing and reporting, and develop the ability to identify newsworthy events and
Assessment: Portfolio of journalistic work and an editorial task
Year 2 4 modules
- The Art of the Feature
Module details
This module will teach you the craft of feature writing. Anyone working in journalism or related communications fields will be expected to have a good grasp of how features are produced, packaged and promoted. The Art of the Feature will teach every aspect of the process, from coming up with original ideas to finding the right sources to professional-standard execution. The course is highly practical, with a different aspect of the process being taught each week and with extensive time devoted t
- Copywriting and Content Creation
Module details
Interested in travel, sport, fashion, film, music and lifestyle? You will produce reviews, features and profiles to build a portfolio in the area of your choice. You will examine the role of content creators in some of today's major debates, from the environmental impact of the fashion industry to corruption in sport. You will learn how copywriters create content that enables individuals, companies and organisations to communicate their message to the wider world. Copywriting is about communicat
- Audio Storytelling
Module details
This module examines the evolution of radio and podcasting as powerful audio formats for storytelling. You will develop or build upon your skills by creating your own audio pieces. Alongside practical experience, you will be encouraged to cultivate a critical understanding of the radio and podcast industry, exploring its history, genres, and associated practices. The module emphasises audio storytelling techniques, providing you with opportunities to deepen your understanding of its unique forms
- Law and Ethics
Module details
Any time that you produce media, you face the potential danger of libel or contempt of court charges. Learning how to produce journalism and other forms of content that are legally safe is an essential skill for any aspiring content creator. The ethical dimensions of content creation will also be explored, including the extent to which people have rights to privacy in a digital age. This module fits into the context of the programme by providing a key aspect of the programme for PPA accreditatio
Placement Year 1 modules
- Extended Professional PlacementOptional
Module details
This module provides an opportunity for an optional work placement year between the second and third year of the degree. This module is available as an option to all students studying on the listed programmes. This one-year (sandwich year) module is additional to the 360 credits of a 3-year degree programme. Participating in a work placement year will enable you to develop employability skills across a longer period. It thus complements and builds on the employability skills developed through th
Source: provider course page. Modules can change; required/optional status, credits, descriptions and assessment are shown only when explicitly published.
Course in depth
What this course covers, who it suits and where it leads.
What you'll study
This course equips you to tell compelling stories and prepare work for publication across multiple media platforms. You'll usually start with foundational study of media theory, representation and communication, alongside practical production skills in camera, audio and editing. Year 1 also covers how media industries operate commercially. In Year 2, you'll move into digital platforms and social media dynamics, then choose a pathway in journalism, PR or strategic communication, supported by research methods for media. By Year 3, you'll pursue specialist interests such as journalism, PR & advertising, film & TV, social media, games & interactive media, or production portfolio work, whilst undertaking an industry project or placement and completing a dissertation or substantial media production.
Who it's for
You're drawn to current events and how stories shape public understanding. You're a strong writer or broadcaster with curiosity about how media works; you think critically about sources and evidence. You'll thrive if you enjoy interviewing people, working to tight deadlines and collaborating in a newsroom environment. If you want to move beyond passive news consumption and learn the craft of journalism itself, how to research, verify, interview and publish, this course suits you.
Careers & job market
Graduate surveys show that 90 per cent of Media & Communications graduates are in work or further study within 15 months of graduating. Of those working, 60 per cent are in highly skilled roles or pursuing postgraduate qualifications. National earnings data suggest starting salaries typically range from £22,000 to £28,000; after five years, graduates in the field earn between £22,525 and £31,800. Your own path will depend on your specialism, location and the employer.
University & format
This is a 3-year full-time Bachelor's degree (BA Hons) studied in English at Roehampton University, a public university. The degree is recognised as a UK degree-awarding body qualification. Teaching has been awarded Silver in the Office for Students' Teaching Excellence Framework 2023.
Student satisfaction
How students on this course answered the National Student Survey, by theme.
Share of students responding positively.
Published threshold met NSS publication requires sufficient responses; small differences are not a rank. NSS mean of 7 published themes (Discover Uni snapshot 2026-06-21)
Applicant information
The next application dates for this course, followed by facts the provider publishes.
Application timelineWhat happens next
- 2027 entryCompleted applications can be submitted
Your application needs a reference before you can send it.
- 2026 entryFinal date for 2026 applications
Applications must reach UCAS by 18:00 UK time.
- 2026 entryLast day to add a Clearing choice
Check that this course still has a vacancy before adding it.
- 2027 entryEqual-consideration deadline
18:00 UK time for most undergraduate courses.
Show 5 later dates
- 2027 entryUCAS Extra opens
Applicants who used all five choices and hold no offer may be able to add another choice.
- 2027 entryLast day applications go directly to providers
Applications received after 18:00 UK time are entered into Clearing.
- 2027 entryClearing opens
Eligible applicants can see vacancies and release themselves into Clearing.
- 2027 entryFinal date for 2027 applications
Applications must reach UCAS by 18:00 UK time.
- 2027 entryLast day to add a Clearing choice
Check that this course still has a vacancy before adding it.
Published entry112–128 UCAS points typical offer · English: IELTS 5.5
Provider-published requirement; check the linked course page before applying.
Contextual offersPublished by this provider
Find out more about our Contextual Offer scheme. Eligibility and any reduced offer are applicant-specific.
PlacementPublished placement option
Placement year. Availability, selection and pay can vary.
Entry & how to get in
Typical offer (from the provider)The university’s course page lists a typical A-level offer of 112–128 UCAS points and around 128 UCAS points. Always check the provider for the current offer and subject requirements.
English languageThis course lists IELTS 5.5 (or equivalent). See the International students section below for the full picture.
Most entrants held A-levels or equivalent85% of accepted students came in with A-levels or equivalent (entrants over recent years).
Typical UCAS tariff: 96 - 111 pointsThe most common UCAS tariff band among accepted students. This is what entrants had, not a stated requirement.
Entry requirements are set by the universityGrades, subjects and contextual offers vary. Check Roehampton University's official course page for the current offer.
Who gets in
What recently admitted students actually held, official admissions data, not a stated requirement.
UCAS tariff of entrants
Grades are the A-level equivalent of each points band. Tap a band to check your own chances below.
Qualifications held on entry
| Qualification | Share |
|---|---|
| A-levels or equivalent | 85% |
| a previous degree | 5% |
| another higher-education qualification | 5% |
| a Baccalaureate | 5% |
Entry & your chances
An honest read from the official entry data, plus your personal match.
Accessible entry
Accepted students came in with a broad spread of qualifications and UCAS points. If you're worried about grades, this course has historically taken a wide range, and contextual offers may apply.
Will you get in? Plot your grades
Pick your predicted A-levels and watch your UCAS points land on the real spread of students admitted to this course.
Your UCAS points0
▾
Each bar is the share of admitted students in that UCAS-points band (lower → higher). Grades show the A-level equivalent.
Add your grades to see where you land
Based on the official admitted-student tariff distribution. Many universities make contextual (reduced-grade) offers, so a result below the range doesn’t rule you out.
How to apply
Undergraduate applications go through UCAS. Here’s what matters for this course, the right deadline, the grades to aim for, and the steps in order.
Apply by13 January 2027, 18:00 UK timefor this course
Typical gradesBCCA-level equivalent admitted students held
UCAS codeP500quote this on your application
- 1Register on UCAS Hub
Create your UCAS application and add this course (code P500). One application covers up to five choices.
- 2Write your personal statement
A single statement covers all your choices, so keep it broad enough for similar courses while showing genuine interest in this subject.
- 3Submit by 13 January 2027, 18:00 UK time
UCAS equal-consideration deadline for most undergraduate courses. Source: UCAS 2027 dates.
- 4Reply to your offers
When decisions are in, pick a firm (first) choice and an insurance (back-up) choice with slightly lower grades.
- 5Results day & confirmation
On results day (mid-August) your place is confirmed if you meet the offer. Just missed? Talk to the university, or find a place through Clearing.
💡 Many universities make a contextual (reduced-grade) offer, for example based on your school’s results, time in care, or where you live. Ask Roehampton University whether you’re eligible before you apply; it can lower the grades you need.
Fees & funding
What this course costs and how UK student finance covers it.
Tuition per year
Homeup to £9,790 / yr
International£17,628 / yr
Provider fee page (England 2026/27 cap where not stated).
Check fees at Roehampton University →For students who normally live in England
illustrative Maintenance Loan per year
£9,790tuition used per year, illustrative full-time England fee-cap scenario
illustrative borrowing over 3 years
2026/27 Student Finance England figures. Maintenance support is means-tested and this two-point view is not an entitlement calculator. The course total uses its published length and home fee where both are available; a missing full-time fee uses the clearly labelled England-cap scenario, while part-time fees and unknown lengths are never guessed. Use the official calculator. Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland use separate systems: SAAS, Student Finance Wales, and Student Finance NI.
Starting on or after 1 January 2027?
The Lifelong Learning Entitlement is a separate system. A new learner’s tuition entitlement is currently stated as £39,160 (about 480 credits at 2026/27 fee levels), subject to prior study and eligibility. Check the official LLE guide.
Paying for it
- Tuition Fee Loan: can cover eligible tuition up to the applicable limit and is paid straight to the provider.
- Maintenance Loan: up to £10,830/yr away from home outside London (England, 2026/27), means-tested on household income.
- Repayment: 9% of income above £25,000, nothing below it; written off after 40 years.
- Earn alongside: most students work part-time in term, part-time roles on the StudySmarter job board.
England figures shown; Scotland, Wales & NI run their own schemes, check gov.uk.
Funding matched to this course
All Roehampton University funding →Scholarships & bursaries you could qualify for
Named awards published by the university. Compare the eligibility and application route before budgeting for one.
Amounts, exclusions and deadlines can change. An award is not guaranteed unless the university confirms it.
StudyKit · free
Still deciding what to study?
StudyKit brings course choice, applications and funding together in one place, with a personal AI assistant. Find what really fits you and start your UCAS application step by step.
Career quizApplication walkthroughSalary & CV check
Careers & earnings
What Media & Communications graduates actually earn, from real outcome data, 15 months, 3 years and 5 years after graduating.
Graduate earnings: this course
| When | Median | Typical range | Graduates |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months after | £25,000 | £22,500 – £28,000 | 1265 |
| 3 years after | £23,000 | £18,500 – £25,500 | 40 |
| 5 years after | £28,500 | £24,500 – £32,000 | 40 |
Nominal earnings for graduates of this course/subject at this provider. Stronger evidence. Published sample: 1,265. Cohort 2021-22.
Graduate outcomes, 15 months on: this course
80%
in work or further study 15 months on
90%
continue past their first year
- 1Graduate roleFirst role after the degree · 0–2 yrs
- 2Specialist / PractitionerWorking in media & communications · 2–5 yrs
- 3Senior / LeadLeading work and people · 5–10 yrs
- 4Head of / ExpertSenior leadership or deep expertise · 10+ yrs
How pay grows: this course vs Media & Communications nationally
Starting (15 months) HESA GO
£25,000
£22,000 – £28,000After 3 years LEO
£23,000
£18,275 – £25,800After 5 years LEO
£28,500
£22,525 – £31,800national rangethis course’s medianaxis £17,000 – £33,000
National figures for Media & Communications graduates, HESA Graduate Outcomes (15 months) and the Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) dataset (3 & 5 years). These are national, not university-specific; actual pay varies by employer, region, role and experience. Different cohorts, so the bars are not one group over time.
Work out your pay
Headline figures hide a lot. Calculate realistic take-home pay for this field by role, region and experience, then check your CV before you apply.
What happened to 100 students?
Choose an outcome to translate the published percentage into a simple 100-person view. Each dot represents one percentage point, not an individual tracked student.
80 of 100
were in work or further study
15 months after graduation
70% working10% working and studying0% in further study
Source: Discover Uni, using Graduate Outcomes and continuation data. Cohorts: 2021-23. Stronger evidence. Published sample: 1,265. Cohort 2021-22. Each tab is a separate published measure; categories can overlap and should not be added together.
Value compared with similar courses
How this course’s 5-year median earnings compare with Media & Communications courses at the same study level.
This course £28,500Peer median £26,500Middle 50% £24,000–£30,000
59th percentile
Compared with 541 courses with compatible official earnings data. This is a course-value comparison, not a quality ranking.
Roehampton UniversityBA (Hons) Media and Communications£28,500Sheffield Hallam UniversityBA (Hons) Journalism, Public Relations with Media£28,500The University of WestminsterBA (Hons) Arabic and International Communication£28,500The University of WestminsterBA (Hons) Arabic and International Communication with Foundation£28,500
Job market & outlook
How Media & Communications graduates fare in the labour market, and how AI is reshaping the work.
90%
in work or further study 15 months after graduating, across Media & Communications courses nationally.
Graduate Outcomes60%
of working graduates are in highly skilled work or further study.
highly skilled85%
of students continue past their first year (still enrolled or completed).
continuationHow AI is changing the work
AI doesn't replace the profession, it shifts it: routine tasks get automated, while judgement, working with people and using AI well become more valuable.
What AI takes off your plate
- Routine information gathering
- First-draft writing and summaries
- Standard analysis and admin
- Repetitive processing tasks
More human than ever
- Judgement and original thinking
- Working with and leading people
- Owning and sense-checking AI output
- Ethics and accountability
The strongest graduates pair subject depth with the ability to use AI tools critically.
Roles & employers
Where Media & Communications graduates typically go, indicative destinations from graduate career data. Each role links to live openings on the StudySmarter job board.
Roles graduates go into
Where they work
- Media companies
- Agencies
- In-house comms teams
- Broadcasters & charities
Jobs after this course
Current roles from the StudySmarter job board that suit Media & Communications graduates.
Media Operations, VP (Parental Leave Cover)WPP MediaMedia Relations ManagerCommonwealth War Graves CommissionMedia ManagerUS Tech SolutionsMedia Planning and Buying CoordinatorBurberryMedia Sales ExecutiveService ServiceMedia Planner/BuyerDifferent Technologies Pty Ltd.Live from the StudySmarter job board · as of 2026-08-01.See all matching jobs
Is this course right for you?
The essentials UK applicants ask about: finance, outcomes, entry and quality.
💷
Student finance
For comparison, the standard full-time England tuition cap is up to £9,790 per year in 2026/27; the actual fee varies by course and provider. If you normally live in England, eligible students can apply for a Tuition Fee Loan, plus a Maintenance Loan for living costs. Under Plan 5 you repay 9% of income above £25,000, nothing below that, and the balance is written off after 40 years.
📈
Where graduates go
80% were in work or further study 15 months after graduating, with a median salary of £25,000. See the full breakdown in Careers & earnings above.
🎯
Your entry chances
Use the UCAS points calculator above to see how your predicted grades compare with admitted students, and whether a contextual offer could apply.
⭐
Official-data snapshot
Averaging the official measures published for it, this course scores 8.6 out of 10: NSS 86.4% · in work or study 80% · continued 90%.
Who studies here and in this subject?
Provider- and UK subject-level context.
Roehampton University
All students11,945
International46.5%
Aged 25+32.3%
Media, journalism and communications across the UK
Students47,255
Aged 25+18.5%
HESA student record 2024/25. Counts are rounded.
Local crime-data context
A neutral snapshot around the published teaching location.
Around University of Roehampton
750 street-level reports returned within roughly one mile across 2026-04 to 2026-06.
Violent Crime 263Anti Social Behaviour 200Vehicle Crime 51Other Theft 50Public Order 42
Police.uk street-level API. Approximate locations, not confined to campus. England, Wales and Northern Ireland; not Scotland.
Is Media & Communications right for you?
Tick what applies to you and see how good a fit it is.
International students
What applying to Roehampton University from outside the UK involves: fees, English, visa, funding and living costs.
Tuition fees
International tuition is £17,628 / year for this course (from the provider’s fee page). You’re not eligible for UK Tuition Fee or Maintenance Loans, so plan for fees plus living costs upfront.
English language
This course lists IELTS 5.5. If you’re just short, most universities run a pre-sessional English course that counts towards the requirement.
Student visa
You’ll usually need a Student visa (Student Route). After you accept an offer the university issues a CAS; you then show funds for fees plus about £1,023–£1,334/month living costs and pay the Immigration Health Surcharge for NHS access.
Scholarships & funding
Many universities offer international/global scholarships (often £2,000–£6,000/yr), check Roehampton University’s funding pages.
Living costs
Budget roughly £1,100–£1,400/month outside London and £1,400–£1,800/month in London for rent, food and travel; the figure also matters for your visa.
Working while you study
A Student visa usually allows up to 20 hours/week in term time and full-time in holidays, useful alongside study, though not something to rely on for fees.
Visa rules and fees change. Always confirm the current requirements with Roehampton University and gov.uk before you apply.
Related courses
More at Roehampton University
Common questions
How competitive is entry?
Entry is historically accessible, accepted students came in with a broad spread of qualifications. The most common tariff band among recent entrants was 96 - 111 UCAS points. Use the calculator on this page to see where your predicted grades would put you; many universities also make lower contextual offers.
What are the entry requirements?
Set by Roehampton University. Most accepted students held A-levels or equivalent. Check the university's course page for the exact offer.
What do graduates go on to do?
For Journalism graduates from this provider, 80% were in work or further study 15 months after graduating, typical earnings around £25,000. (HESA Graduate Outcomes / LEO, via Discover Uni.)
What will it cost me?
For comparison, the standard full-time England tuition cap is up to £9,790 per year in 2026/27; the actual fee varies by course and provider. If you normally live in England, eligible students can apply for a Tuition Fee Loan, plus a Maintenance Loan for living costs. Under Plan 5 you repay 9% of income above £25,000, nothing below that, and the balance is written off after 40 years. See Fees & funding on this page to work out your numbers.
No obligation
Request information about BA (Hons) Journalism
Prospectus, key dates, entry and funding, free to your inbox.