BA Journalism and Sociology

Program Description

Journalism in the 21st century needs journalists who are comfortable operating across all platforms. This course will allow you to develop skills in broadcasting and digital/multi-media platforms as well as traditional print journalism so you can work in any and all media. You will also receive a thorough grounding on key journalistic skills in core areas such as news-gathering and interviewing.  Media and Communication at the University of Leicester, which includes Journalism, has been at the forefront of media research since 1966 and our teaching has always been informed by all the latest developments in the field.We run employability and media production modules as part of our curriculum – e.g. Journalism Employability, Broadcast Journalism, Multi-platform and Entrepreneurial Journalism, Journalism Placement, Community Radio in Practice.

Our students are encouraged to get involved in the student-run media on campus, including Galaxy - our student magazine, LUST - our student TV station, and LUSH Radio - our student radio station.We organise external speaker events, industry visit days, career development training and other initiatives in collaboration with local and national media organisations, giving you valuable insights into the professional media world. In addition, our departmental Careers Tutor can support and advise you on careers matters throughout your time with us.

Recent graduates have gone on to work for companies such as:

  • American Express
  • Artavia Advertising
  • BBC
  • City Index
  • E.ON Energy
  • Gogglebox Entertainment
  • HMRC
  • Lloyds Bank
  • Sky Media
  • Transport for London

Admission Requirements

Standard XII awarded by the CISCE/CBSE, or another recognised state exam board, with at least 75% overall, you may be considered for admission to a first year Bachelors degree. For many courses at the University of Leicester, you will need 80% overall or higher, along with higher individual marks of 85% in relevant subjects.

IELTS Requirements

Listening Reading Writing Speaking Overall
6 6 6 6 6.5

Remarks:

  • IELTS Waiver for Indian Students - At least 70% marks in English language course in Higher Secondary School.

Course Features
  • Country United Kingdom
  • City Leicester
  • State England
  • Course Duration 3 Years
  • Application fee 0 GBP
  • Tuition fees per year 17,000 GBP
  • Cost of Living per year 10,000 GBP
  • Starting dates September
  • IELTS (Total) 6.5
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