Journalism Studies with Foundation Year BA (Hons)
The University of Sheffield
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 70 graduates of Journalism Studies with Foundation Year BA (Hons) and other courses in Journalism at The University of Sheffield for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Journalism.
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Salary
Salary of Graduates in Journalism
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 | £23500 | £29000 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £22000 - £25000 | £19500 - £27000 | £24000 - £35000 |
All Journalism courses of The University of Sheffield
Salary of all UK Graduates of Journalism
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £22011 | £21430 | £25369 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £20000 - £25034 | £16942 - £25991 | £19900 - £30914 |
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Course Description
Many universities teach journalism but we show our students journalism's bigger picture.
Study with us and you'll learn vital practical skills: how to spot big stories and write sparkling copy, video editing, shorthand and advanced social media. Because of our research expertise as an elite Russell Group university, you'll also discover how journalism is part of an epic social narrative about right and wrong, liberty and democracy, war and peace; about the life stories of people, societies, and entire continents. We don't just teach you how - we show you why. That's why editors know a Sheffield graduate can make a world-class journalist.
Foundation year
The foundation year of the programme provides people with non-standard entry qualifications a thorough and supportive academic preparation for successful degree level study in the Department of Journalism studies. The foundation year to this degree is carefully designed to build your confidence in your abilities, develop essential academic and study skills, and provide the subject specific knowledge essential for success. The foundation year is taught within the Department for Lifelong Learning, where we have nearly forty years’ experience working with adult learners, helping them to unlock their potential to succeed through offering accessible foundation courses that can lead to full and part-time degree level study. During this year, you'll be learning alongside other students who are studying for a number of different degrees, typically in small classes, supporting one another to develop and succeed.
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.
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Current jobs
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Journalism Studies with Foundation Year BA (Hons) at The University of Sheffield
| 45% | Administrative occupations |
| 15% | Sales occupations |
| 5% | Protective service occupations |
| 5% | Legal professionals |
| 5% | Business and public service associate professionals |
| 5% | Protective service occupations |
| 5% | Elementary occupations |
| 5% | Secretarial and related occupations |
| 5% | Teaching Professionals |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Journalism
All Journalism courses of The University of Sheffield
Costs
Tuition Fees Journalism Studies with Foundation Year BA (Hons)
| England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
| International | £25540 | year 1 |
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:
August 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:
- Foundation
UCAS application code:
P501
University Rankings
of The University of Sheffield
among 379 universities in England UK
based on 34 different rankings
Positions of The University of Sheffield in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of The University of Sheffield in related subject specific rankings.
Social Studies & Humanities
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- #7
- #61
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- Social Sciences
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THE World University Rankings by Subject
[Published 17 January, 2025]
See all 34 university rankings of The University of Sheffield
About The University of Sheffield
List of 363 Bachelor and Master Courses from The University of Sheffield - Course Catalogue
Student composition of The University of Sheffield
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Total number of students enrolled at The University of Sheffield by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 19190
- postgraduates:
- 9285
- Total:
- 28475
Where is this programme taught
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Journalism Studies with Foundation Year BA (Hons) | The University of Sheffield | - | 0% | 4% | £9250 | £25540 | 154 | Sheffield |
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FAQ about Journalism Studies with Foundation Year BA (Hons) The University of Sheffield
- Tuition fees for this programme are 9250 per year for UK students. In addition to the tuition fees you should also take into consideration the average monthly cost of living for students in the UK.
- The median salary of graduates of this course was £24000 15 months after graduation, £23500 3 years after graduation and £29000 after graduation.
- Administrative occupations (45%), Sales occupations (15%), Protective service occupations (5%), Legal professionals (5%)
- The University of Sheffield achieved the highest ranking for Social Sciences. It is ranked #61 in (Social Sciences). See all subject rankings for The University of Sheffield.
- Journalism Studies with Foundation Year BA (Hons) is taught on campus and cannot be taken online at The University of Sheffield.
- It is very difficult to get accepted into this course. Accepted students had an average UCAS tariff score of 154 which makes it one of the 6.19% most difficult courses to enter among all Journalism students in the UK.
Ranking publishers
THE Times Higher Education, UK
- Published:
- 17 January, 2025
- 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)