The BA Journalism at the University of Leicester equips you with the essential skills to thrive in today's dynamic media landscape, whether you're drawn to breaking news, in-depth investigations, or multi-platform storytelling. This undergraduate degree is ideal if you are passionate about the power of journalism in the digital age and seek to develop core journalistic techniques while critically analysing contemporary global news. You will explore key concepts in journalism, media ethics, and regulation, preparing you for a career where accuracy, integrity, and adaptability are paramount.
This full-time, on-campus programme, studied over three years, offers a practical and theoretical grounding in journalism. You will develop expertise across digital and social media, broadcast, and traditional print formats, learning news-gathering, interviewing, and reporting through core modules and engaging projects. In your final year, you will undertake a significant investigation or publishing project, potentially including a journalism placement, allowing you to apply your skills in a professional context. You will graduate ready for diverse roles in news organisations, media production, and communications.