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Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Journalism course at Ulster University.
Select a qualification to see required grades
A level
B,C,C
Applicants may satisfy the requirement for the final A level grade (C) by substituting a combination of alternative qualifications to the same standard as defined by the University.
Most popular A-levels studied
See who's studying at Ulster University. These students are taking Journalism or another course from the same subject area.
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| Government and Politics | B |
| History | C |
| English Literature | D |
| Media Studies | B |
| Photography | B |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: P500
Here's what Ulster University says about its Journalism course.
The course offers you the opportunity to study the theory and practice of journalism in context with determining factors such as law, economics, politics and technology. It provides you with a range of relevant practical and professional skills. You will get a basic grounding in the academic study of the media and practical journalism skills to underpin your advanced modules in Year 2 and 3. You will learn journalism theory, journalism law, public affairs and journalism practice in newsgathering and reporting including audio-visual (television and radio) print, online and mobile environments.. We use a range of teaching methods: lectures, group seminars and practical workshops. These are delivered by experienced teaching staff, including former journalists. You will have access to a wide range of learning resources, including professional standard print production, digital sound and video software, television and radio studios. You will work in a simulated newsroom environment.
Source: Ulster University
Course details
Qualification
Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Department
Coleraine Campus
Location
Coleraine | Coleraine
Duration
3 Years
Study mode
Full-time
Subjects
• Journalism
Start date
21 September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
Tuition fees
| Location | Fees |
|---|---|
| England | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| Scotland | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| Wales | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| Northern Ireland | £4,855 per year (provisional) |
| Channel Islands | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| Republic of Ireland | £4,855 per year (provisional) |
| EU | £17,490 per year |
| International | £17,490 per year |
Ulster University student reviews
Showing 68 reviews
Foundation year student
1 year ago
Iu2019ve really enjoyed my course as it gave me the ability to complete works In a range of different art/ design based subjects. It helped me experience different courses I never wouldu2019ve thought of doing. My tutors are all lovely and very supportive. Theyu2019ve made the course more enjoyable.
5th or higher year student
3 years ago
There are many clubs and societies offered for everyone at ulster university.
5th or higher year student
3 years ago
Campus life is great, everyone seems happy and comfortable in the environment. The uni is situated in a beautiful place and it has massive grounds to walk and a river nearby. The local town is great with great facilities for all.
5th or higher year student
3 years ago
At the moment I am travelling to uni which is proving quite expensive especially with the cost of fuel recently.
5th or higher year student
3 years ago
Academic support and welfare services are both excellent and there anytime when you need them.
5th or higher year student
3 years ago
The library is great and opened for all 24/7
National Student Survey (NSS) scores at Ulster University
The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.
Here you can see ratings from Ulster University students who took the Journalism course - or another course in the same subject area.
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
82%
med
Teaching on my course
82%
med
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
96%
high
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
81%
low
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
86%
med
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
66%
low
Learning opportunities
80%
med
Learning opportunities
80%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
75%
low
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
77%
low
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
92%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
77%
low
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
79%
med
Assessment and feedback
88%
high
Assessment and feedback
88%
high
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
94%
high
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
89%
high
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
81%
med
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
79%
med
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
94%
high
Academic support
98%
high
Academic support
98%
high
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
96%
high
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
100%
high
Organisation and management
60%
low
Organisation and management
60%
low
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
69%
med
How well organised is your course?
54%
low
Learning resources
93%
high
Learning resources
93%
high
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
92%
high
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
94%
high
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
94%
med
Student voice
63%
low
Student voice
63%
low
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
54%
med
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
64%
low
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
71%
med
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
85%
high
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
Overall, I am satisfied with the quality of the course.
81%
med
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
94%
high
Student information
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Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
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Earnings after graduation
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