University of the West of England
Journalism (Audio, Docs and Podcast) MA
University of the West of England

Key Course Facts

Student Reviews

Below you can see course specific reviews of 30 graduates of Journalism (Audio, Docs and Podcast) MA and other courses in literature in English at University of the West of England for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in literature in English.

Overall student satisfaction
93 /100
30 total respondents

Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.

The NSS is commissioned by the Office for Students

Salary

Salary of Graduates in English Studies

Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of literature in English 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 £22000 £20000 £24500
25-75 percentile range £19500 - £26500 £17000 - £24000 £20000 - £30500


Salary of all UK Graduates of English Studies

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £22685 £20368 £24203
25-75 percentile range £19753 - £26218 £15488 - £25125 £18208 - £30488

Course Description

Today’s fast-moving digital age has opened up enticing opportunities for journalists wanting to work in audio and radio.

Producers who can create high-quality podcasts, radio and audio documentaries are in high demand - and specialising in audio opens the door to building a sought-after set of skills.

Offered as a partnership with the BBC, the MA Journalism (Audio, Docs and Podcast) at UWE Bristol is for graduates with a passion for radio, journalism and audio documentary making.

Working with award-winning audio producers, you’ll develop your own radio documentaries and podcasts, as you build experience of audio collection techniques, sound and recording, working in a studio and using digital editing software.

UWE Bristol has a strong reputation in journalism, standing at ninth in the UK in the Guardian League Tables 2020.

Based at the arts-focused Bower Ashton studios, you’ll be immersed in audio and radio for the digital age, putting your skills into practice, and learning about the cultural industry and its supply chain.

You’ll explore areas such as commissioning, pitching and getting your documentaries to air, and have placement opportunities with some of Bristol's most innovative cultural organisations.

There’s also the chance to pitch your work to Radio 4 commissioners, and work on your own projects supported by industry mentors.

This master’s will put you in a strong position to build a versatile portfolio career. You could secure audio journalism work on a freelance or staff basis, in production companies and post-production facilities. Or work as a broadcast assistant, junior researcher, production assistant or studio manager.

Accredited by the Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM).

Accredited by the Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM).

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.

Current jobs

Required skill level of job after 15 months

Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)

Example below based on all graduates of Journalism (Audio, Docs and Podcast) MA at University of the West of England

25% Information Technology Professionals
15% Administrative occupations
15% Natural and social science professionals
15% Business, Research and Administrative Professionals
10% Engineering professionals
10% Managers, directors and senior officials
10% Finance Professionals
10% Other Health Professionals

Grading & Study Time

Entry Requirements / Admissions

UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course

Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study Journalism (Audio, Docs and Podcast), MA, if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.

We are looking for highly motivated, creative students who are passionate about telling stories. Applicants should have an undergraduate degree in an art or media related subject area or equivalent, or relevant professional experience.

Shortlisted applicants will be invited to an interview, where you will be expected to talk about your previous work (from audio, film, design, photography, writing, digital media, etc) and discuss the ideas you have for the stories you want to tell. Skype or telephone interviews will be arranged for international applicants.

Costs

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.

University Rankings

Positions of University of the West of England in top UK and global rankings.

Rankings of University of the West of England in related subject specific rankings.

Social Studies & Humanities

    • #46 
    • #301 
    Social Sciences
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 26 October, 2022]

See all 26 university rankings of University of the West of England

About University of the West of England

The University of the West of England, Bristol (UWE Bristol) is a government funded research university situated in Bristol, with Frenchay Campus serving as its main campus in the civil parish of Winterbourne. The campus is 4 miles north of Bristol city centre, which takes around 20 minutes to reach via bus.

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undergraduates:
23760
postgraduates:
6410
Total:
30170
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