Journalism and Media (4 years full time including sandwich year) BA (Hons)
Kingston University
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 20 graduates of Journalism and Media (4 years full time including sandwich year) BA (Hons) and other courses in Journalism at Kingston University for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Journalism.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
All Journalism courses of Kingston University
Salary
Salary of Graduates in Media, Journalism and Communications
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Journalism at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £24000 | £22000 | £25500 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £20000 - £28000 | £15500 - £26500 | £19500 - £32000 |
All Media, Journalism and Communications courses of Kingston University
Salary of all UK Graduates of Media, Journalism and Communications
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £22015 | £19786 | £23752 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £19370 - £25034 | £15719 - £24645 | £18442 - £29758 |
All Media, Journalism and Communications courses in the UK
Course Description
Reasons to choose Kingston
- Kingston is ranked No.3 in London for Journalism and Publishing (The Guardian University Guide League Tables 2023).
- Kingston University’s media facilities include industry-standard software, two dedicated newsrooms and a broadcast media suite.
- You’ll gain invaluable experience through a journalistic work placement. This experience, alongside your portfolio, will enhance your employability in the communications sector.
- Our commitment to high quality teaching has been recognised with a Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) Gold rating. The University has received an overall rating of Gold, as well as securing a Gold award in the framework's two new student experience and student outcomes categories.
About this course
Are you considering a career in journalism or media? This practical course will give you an excellent start, preparing you for the changes and challenges you’ll meet along the way. You’ll gain the skills to communicate effectively across diverse media and markets.
You’ll research, design and produce a range of media products, developing skills in project management and team-working. Live projects include creating and producing the campus newspaper and news website, The River.
Through practical modules, you’ll develop your writing, editing and production skills. You’ll also acquire an understanding of the legal and ethical implications that may apply to your work.
Future Skills
Embedded within every course curriculum and throughout the whole Kingston experience, Future Skills will play a role in shaping you to become a future-proof graduate, providing you with the skills most valued by employers such as problem-solving, digital competency, and adaptability.
As you progress through your degree, you'll learn to navigate, explore and apply these graduate skills, learning to demonstrate and articulate to employers how future skills give you the edge.
At Kingston University, we're not just keeping up with change, we're creating it.
Career opportunities
The digital world offers exciting opportunities. You’ll graduate well-prepared for a career in journalism and media. Our graduates work in organisations such as the Guardian Media Group, the BBC, Channel 4, Express Group and Haymarket Media Group.
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
All Journalism courses of Kingston University
Current jobs
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
All Journalism courses of Kingston University
Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Journalism and Media (4 years full time including sandwich year) BA (Hons) at Kingston University
| 35% | Welfare Professionals |
| 25% | Elementary occupations |
| 10% | Teaching Professionals |
| 10% | Process, plant and machine operatives |
| 5% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
| 5% | Business and public service associate professionals |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
Minimum Required UCAS Tariff
120-136 points to include three A-levels or equivalent Level 3 qualifications. No specific A-level subjects are required.
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Journalism
All Journalism courses of Kingston University
Qualification requirements
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 6.5
- All other courses
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- 6.0
- Foundation / Pathway Courses
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- 6.5
- Graduate Degrees
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- 6.5
- Undergraduate Degrees
Costs
Tuition Fees Journalism and Media (4 years full time including sandwich year) BA (Hons)
| England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
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| Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
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Average student cost of living in the UK
| Rent | £518 |
| Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
| Supermarket shopping | £81 |
| Clothing | £35 |
| Eating out | £33 |
| Alcohol | £27 |
| Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
| Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
| Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
| Transport within city | £17 |
| Self-care / sports | £20 |
| Stationary / books | £13 |
| Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
| Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
| Insurance | £51 |
| Other | £95 |
| Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
January 1, 2025
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
University Rankings
Positions of Kingston University in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of Kingston University in related subject specific rankings.
Social Studies & Humanities
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- #67
- #601
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- Social Sciences
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THE World University Rankings by Subject
[Published 19 October, 2023]
See all 24 university rankings of Kingston University
About Kingston University
Founded in 1899, Kingston University is located in the suburban town of Kingston upon Thames, London. The university’s four campuses can be found in and around the town centre, with a free shuttle bus helping students to get there. This university offers what they call Flexi-stay accommodation, which allows students to book rooms in their residence halls for periods in which they expect to be studying exceptionally hard.
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Student composition of Kingston University
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Total number of students enrolled at Kingston University by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 12155
- postgraduates:
- 4525
- Total:
- 16680
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Journalism and Sociology BA (Hons) | University of Essex | 67% | 0% | 8% | £9250 | £19500 | 130 | Colchester | On campus Full-time |
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Journalism, Media and Communication and Law BA (Hons) | University of Strathclyde | - | - | - | £9250 | £19600 | - | Glasgow | On campus Full-time |
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Ranking publishers
THE Times Higher Education, UK
- Published:
- 19 October, 2023
- Criteria used in ranking -THE World University Rankings by Subject:
- 37.4% Teaching (the Learning Environment)
37.6% Research (Volume, Income and Reputation)
15% Citations (Research Influence)
7.5% International Outlook (Staff, Students and Research)
2.5% Industry Income (Knowledge Transfer)
