Overview

Key Features

The programme examines the history, theories, and research techniques that underpin the practice of journalism. Understanding the social role of the journalist involves an exploration of the environment of journalism and its historical, social, political, economic, and legal settings, both in the UK and internationally.

The University of Lincoln’s journalism programmes are continually revised to reflect the advancements in digital news production and convergence. Course content is informed by the School’s programme of research. This examines issues such as human rights reporting, local radio broadcasting, literary journalism, World War I comics, journalistic diaspora, and sport.

Your Future Career

Graduates of the BA (Hons) Journalism Studies at University of Lincoln are well-placed to secure positions at regional, national and international media organisations and press agencies or work in a freelance capacity. Some may use their degree as the basis for a career in PR, business, marketing or education. Some go on to study further at postgraduate level.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Essential Journalism

Essential Law

Journalism Production

Politics for Journalists

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-14 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

79

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PTE Academic

65

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IELTS

6

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Lincoln, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

79

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PTE Academic

65

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

A Level: BBC (112 UCAS Tariff points from a minimum of 3 A levels or equivalent qualifications).
International Baccalaureate: 29 points overall.
BTEC Extended Diploma: Distinction, Merit, Merit or equivalent.
Access to Higher Education Diploma: 45 Level 3 credits with a minimum of 112 UCAS Tariff points.
A combination of qualifications which may include A Levels, BTEC, EPQ, etc.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

18300 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

9535 GBP / year

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Living costs

Lincoln

United Kingdom

660 - 1140 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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