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PostgraduatePostgraduate Certificate

Journalism

Birkbeck, University of London
London, England
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1 yearDuration
£6,950Per Year (Intl)
£4,000Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

The PgCert Journalism at Birkbeck, University of London is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about shaping public narratives. Based in London, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year part-time structure. This journalism course offers you a fast-track but thorough grounding in practical journalistic skills. You will gain a strong working knowledge of the media industry and develop the cutting-edge skills you need to build, manage and navigate a career within today's media landscape. Why choose this course? - This course offers you a unique, multidisciplinary approach blending an academic emphasis with focused practical modules taught by established media professionals. International tuition fees are £6,950 per year, home/UK fees are £4,000 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 100% student satisfaction rating, and a 80% continuation rate.

What You'll Learn

Why choose this course?
It has an evening timetable with classes taking place in the evening
Highlights
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate RequirementEntry Requirements A second-class honours degree (2:2) or above in any related subject; other qualifications will be considered. Applications are encouraged from those with prior journalistic experience. Applications are reviewed on their individual merits and your professional qualifications and/or relevant work experience will be taken into consideration positively. We actively support and encourage applications from mature learners. On your application form, please list all your relevant qual

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.56666

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£6,950

per year

Total Course Cost (1 years)£6,950

Home Student Fee

£4,000

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

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💼 Employment Breakdown

65%Working
5%Work & Study
10%Seeking Work
65%Professional Jobs
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About Birkbeck, University of London

Birkbeck, University of London offers Journalism as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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