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UndergraduateBachelor of Arts (with Honours)UCAS: P500
Journalism
Edinburgh Napier UniversityEdinburgh, Scotland
4 yearsDuration
£18,220Per Year (Intl)
£9,790Home Fee
94%Satisfaction
Course Overview
The BA (Hons) Journalism at Edinburgh Napier University is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about shaping public narratives. Based in Edinburgh, Scotland, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time structure. We are a top 10 university in the UK for Journalism The Guardian University Guide 2025 Our course provides you with a practical and critical understanding of the changing face of journalism and the legal, political and economic aspects of the profession. Our emphasis on employability means that you’ll be taught by professional journalists about everyday life in the industry. And we’ll introduce you to ways of gaining first-hand experiences in journalism – including work placements through our links with various news organisations as well as freelance opportunities. Home/uk fees are £9,790 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 94% student satisfaction rating, a 81% continuation rate, and 70% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
News Reporting and Writing
Digital Journalism Practice
Media Law and Ethics
Political Communication and Society
Broadcast Journalism Production
Magazine and Feature Writing
Journalism Research Methods
Professional Journalism Project
UCAS Code:P500
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | BBC Including English or Media Studies at grade C. |
| International Baccalaureate | 29 points Award of Diploma with 29 points overall with three HL subjects at grades 6, 5, 5 including English or Media Studies at minimum grade 5. |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| PTE Academic | 60 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£18,220
per year
Total Course Cost (4 years)£72,880
Home Student Fee
£9,790
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
Based on official LEO data (HMRC tax records)
💰 Graduate Salaries — Edinburgh Napier University
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 years | £16,000 | £21,500 | £25,500 |
| 5 years | £22,000 | £27,000 | £33,500 |
UK subject average: £25,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation▼ 14% below UK average salary
This course
£21,500
UK average
£25,000
Salary 5 years after graduation▲ Close to UK average salary
This course
£27,000
UK average
£25,000
Salary trend: ↑ up £5,500 from year 3 to year 5
Indicative Data
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.
💼 Employment Breakdown
65%Working
5%Studying
15%Work & Study
10%Seeking Work
55%Professional Jobs
Official Data
Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
Student Satisfaction
Course-level dataNational Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only
89%
Overall
Teaching on my course
94%Learning opportunities
88%Assessment and feedback
86%Academic support
91%Organisation and management
78%Learning resources
96%Student voice
87%Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
81%National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
Official Data
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About Edinburgh Napier University
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