Journalism BA (Hons)
University of East London
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 40 graduates of Journalism BA (Hons) and other courses in Media, Journalism and Communications at University of East London for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Media, Journalism and Communications.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
All Media, Journalism and Communications courses of University of East London
Salary
Salary of all UK Graduates of
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £22011 | £20901 | £24871 |
25-75 percentile range | £20000 - £25034 | £16859 - £25435 | £19876 - £30908 |
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Course Description
On our increasingly well-regarded journalism course we develop enquiring minds so that you will be the ones to report tomorrow’s stories and find the answers to today’s questions.
If you want to become a journalist and explore what journalism is and where it's heading, this is the perfect course for you.
Guided by staff with 100 years of combined journalistic expertise between them, you'll be given a practical grounding in print, radio, photo and online journalism.
You'll learn how to produce authoritative, incisive and imaginative work. As you search for the inside track on the vibrant, important living story that is east London, you'll find no better place to practice your journalistic skills.
You'll look at the problems, pitfalls and potential for today's journalism, studying its past and debating its future.
We're hosting a major annual conference that examines the future of journalism. Alongside papers from senior media figures, our students' work will feature at the conference's heart.
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Journalism
All Journalism courses of University of East London
Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 6.0
- Graduate Degrees
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- 6.0
- Undergraduate Degrees
Costs
Tuition Fees Journalism BA (Hons)
England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
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Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
EU | £14160 | year 1 |
International | £14160 | year 1 |
Average student cost of living in London
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)
- year 2
- year 3
University Rankings
Positions of University of East London in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of University of East London in related subject specific rankings.
Social Studies & Humanities
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- #63
- #601
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- Social Sciences
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THE World University Rankings by Subject
[Published 19 October, 2023]
See all 18 university rankings of University of East London
About University of East London
The University of East London, often abbreviated to UEL, states their goal being to become the leading careers-focused university in the United Kingdom. UEL operates from three different campuses; Stratford Campus, Docklands Campus, and University Square Stratford. The Docklands Campus is the largest of the three campuses, and is just a 15-20 minute walk away from Central London, and 10-15 minutes away from Canary Wharf by train.
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Student composition of University of East London
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Total number of students enrolled at University of East London by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 10430
- postgraduates:
- 5400
- Total:
- 15830
Where is this programme taught
Similar courses
Program | University | Student satisfaction | Unemployed | Dropout | Tuition (UK) | Tuition (International) | UCAS Tariff | City | ||
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Journalism with Human Rights (Including Year Abroad) BA (Hons) | University of Essex | 77% | 2% | 5% | £9250 | £19500 | 129 | Colchester | On campus Full-time | |
Journalism BA (Hons) | Teesside University | 80% | 10% | 10% | £9250 | £15000 | 105 | Middlesbrough | On campus Full-time | |
Journalism BA (Hons) | De Montfort University | 70% | 5% | 25% | £9250 £9250 | £15750 £15750 | 126 | Leicester | On campus Full-time | |
Journalism and Publishing BA (Hons) | Bath Spa University | 89% | 20% | 15% | £9250 | £16905 | 128 | Bath | On campus Full-time | |
Journalism /Journalism (Sport) (top-up) BA (Hons) | University of the West of Scotland | - | - | - | £9250 | £16000 | - | Paisley | On campus Full-time | |
Journalism, Media and Communication and Human Resource Management BA (Hons) | University of Strathclyde | - | - | - | £9250 | £19600 | - | Glasgow | On campus Full-time | |
Journalism with Foundation Year BA (Hons) | University of Derby | 85% | 5% | 6% | £9250 | £14900 | 118 | Derby | On campus Full-time | |
Journalism and Sociology BA (Hons) | University of Essex | 67% | 0% | 8% | £9250 | £19500 | 130 | Colchester | On campus Full-time | |
Journalism, Media and Communication and Law BA (Hons) | University of Strathclyde | - | - | - | £9250 | £19600 | - | Glasgow | On campus Full-time | |
Sports Journalism BA (Hons) | The University of Winchester | 61% | 5% | 10% | £9250 | £16700 | 108 | Winchester | On campus Full-time |
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)