Journalism and Media with Foundation Year
Birkbeck, University of LondonCourse Overview
The BA (Hons) Journalism and Media with Foundation Year at Birkbeck, University of London is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about shaping public narratives. Based in London, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time and part-time structure. Are you a budding journalist keen to acquire practical journalistic skills? Do you want to gain a sophisticated understanding of the rapidly changing fields of journalism and media? If so, our BA Journalism and Media is ideal with its combination of academic analysis and practical teaching from experienced industry professionals. International tuition fees are £18,500 per year, home/UK fees are £5,760 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| UCAS Points | 48 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£18,500
per year
Home Student Fee
£5,760
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official LEO data (HMRC tax records)
💰 Graduate Salaries — Birkbeck, University of London
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 years | £9,000 | £24,000 | £29,500 |
| 5 years | £23,000 | £30,000 | £32,500 |
UK subject average: £25,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
Salary trend: ↑ up £6,000 from year 3 to year 5
Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH24-01-04 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
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About Birkbeck, University of London
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