Journalism with Foundation Year BA (Hons)
University of West London
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 20 graduates of Journalism with Foundation Year BA (Hons) and other courses in Media, Journalism and Communications at University of West 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 West London
Salary
Salary of all UK Graduates of
| 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
If you are naturally curious and thrive in dynamic situations, this journalism studies course is for you. On this course we will teach you the skills you need to keep pace with the industry in the digital era.
You will learn established conventions, as well as h ow to create multimedia content that is in high demand. Whether you see yourself working on the newsdesk for a national institution or creating content for a specialist publication in sport, fashion or music, this journalism degree can help get you there.
The foundation year course is designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge you need to continue onto your Honours degree. You will study a range of subjects that will underpin your future study and also gain valuable experience of university life, with full access to campus facilities. Successful completion of the year allows you to progress straight onto Level 4 of this course.
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 with Foundation Year BA (Hons) at University of West London
| 15% | Information Technology Professionals |
| 15% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
| 10% | Media Professionals |
| 10% | Skilled trades occupations |
| 5% | Administrative occupations |
| 5% | Engineering professionals |
| 5% | Business, Research and Administrative Professionals |
| 5% | Business and Financial Project Management Professionals |
| 5% | Quality and Regulatory Professionals |
| 5% | Business and public service associate professionals |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Journalism
All Journalism courses of University of West London
Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 6.5
- Graduate Degrees
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- 5.5
- Undergraduate Degrees
Costs
Tuition Fees Journalism with Foundation Year BA (Hons)
| England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
| Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| International | £16250 | 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:
P502
University Rankings
of University of West London
among 379 universities in England UK
based on 15 different rankings
Positions of University of West London in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of University of West London in related subject specific rankings.
Social Studies & Humanities
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- #73
- #601
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- Social Sciences
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THE World University Rankings by Subject
[Published 17 January, 2025]
See all 15 university rankings of University of West London
About University of West London
List of 194 Bachelor and Master Courses from University of West London - Course Catalogue
Student composition of University of West London
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Total number of students enrolled at University of West London by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 12865
- postgraduates:
- 2055
- Total:
- 14920
Where is this programme taught
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Education and Journalism, Media and Communication BA (Hons) | University of Strathclyde | - | - | - | £9250 | £19600 | - | Glasgow |
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Journalism with Foundation Year BA (Hons) | University of West London | 84% | 5% | 5% | £9250 | £16250 | 139 | Ealing |
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Sports Journalism BA (Hons) | Southampton Solent University | 55% | 0% | 0% | £9250 | £15000 £16125 | 111 | Southampton |
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Journalism and Criminology BA (Hons) | University of Essex | - | 0% | 8% | £9250 | £19500 | 130 | Colchester |
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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 with Foundation Year BA (Hons) University of West London
- 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.
- Information Technology Professionals (15%), Managers, directors and senior officials (15%), Media Professionals (10%), Skilled trades occupations (10%)
- 20 graduates rated the course 84. This means that 84% of graduates indicated that they were satisfied or very satisfied with the course. See detailed ratings above and how these compare to the averages at other universities.
- University of West London achieved the highest ranking for Social Sciences. It is ranked #601 in (Social Sciences). See all subject rankings for University of West London.
- Journalism with Foundation Year BA (Hons) is taught on campus and cannot be taken online at University of West London.
- It is very difficult to get accepted into this course. Accepted students had an average UCAS tariff score of 139 which makes it one of the 14.43% 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)