Journalism

Entry requirements

You will need:

• a minimum 2.2 honours degree in a relevant subject area (e.g. English Language, English Literature, Politics, History, Law, Sociology) is preferable, although degrees in non-relevant subjects will also be considered
• non-standard applications from those without a degree will also be considered

• All short-listed applicants will be invited to attend an informal interview (via Skype/telephone/Zoom if not possible in person and for international students)
• International students should have recognised qualifications equivalent to a British Bachelors degree preferably in a relevant subject (e.g. Journalism, Media Studies, English Language, English Literature, Politics, History, Law, Sociology) with a pass of at least 2:2 plus an IELTS score of 7.5 (minimum 7 in each component) or an equivalent English language test accepted by UKVI

Months of entry

September

Course content

A vocational programme taught using industry-standard facilities so you gain the hands-on experience you will need in your day-to-day work as a journalist.

• Accredited by the National Council for the Training of Journalists (NCTJ)
• Practical training in research and writing as well as multi-media production
• Teaching from journalists with many years’ experience and links to local newspapers, TV companies and radio stations
• Opportunities for industrial placements with media organisations
• Taught in the £38 million Redmonds Building with industry-standard facilities including newsrooms, studios, editing booths
• Opportunity to sit professional National Council for the Training of Journalists (NCTJ) exams and acquire their full diploma
• Publish work on LJMU Journalism's Liverpool Life website

Information for international students

Please note: All international qualifications are subject to a qualification equivalency check via NARIC.

Fees and funding

Please see the course page for more information.