BA (Hons) Journalism in Cardiff United Kingdom | University of South Wales

University of South Wales | Cardiff United Kingdom
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree with Honours
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP 15,260
(c. USD20,420.17)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months

At USW, you'll start working as a journalist from your very first day. Our instructors will guide you in getting your finest work published by established media outlets. Unlike some programs in major cities that focus solely on theoretical aspects, our course provides practical training in all essential journalism skills, ensuring you're fully prepared to excel immediately after graduation. Numerous students secure positions with top employers like ITV and the BBC even before completing their studies.

You'll master news discovery, reporting techniques, and specialized skills for creating stories across broadcast, digital, print, and multimedia platforms. Our program holds accreditation from the Broadcast Journalism Training Council, which continuously verifies that we're providing students with relevant training for today's rapidly evolving media landscape. You'll train with professional-grade software, cameras, audio equipment, and studio facilities.

Complementing this practical training, you'll receive a thorough academic foundation to maximize your opportunities in this competitive field. We maintain strong connections with leading media companies such as the BBC, ITV, and Global Radio. A mandatory four-week industry placement is an integral component of this journalism degree program.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 7.5

Qualification Requirements

Typical A-Level Offer
BCC (this is equivalent to 104 UCAS tariff points).

Typical Welsh BACC Offer
Pass the Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate Diploma with Grade C/B in the Skills Challenge Certificate and BC - CC at A Level (this is equivalent to 104 UCAS tariff points).

Typical BTEC Offer
BTEC Extended Diploma Distinction Merit Merit

Typical Access to HE Offer
Pass the Access to HE Diploma with a minimum of 104 UCAS tariff points
In general, international applicants will need to have achieved an IELTS grade of 7.5 or equivalent in all four elements of reading, writing, speaking and listening.

Tuition GBP 15,260

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