Journalism BA (Hons)

at University of Sussex

Program structure

Year 1 Core modules

Core modules are taken by all students on the course. They give you a solid grounding in your chosen subject and prepare you to explore the topics that interest you most.

Autumn teaching

• News and Feature Writing

• Photojournalism

• Questioning the Media B

Spring teaching

• Audiovisual Journalism

• Debates in Media Studies B

• Online Journalism

Year 2 Core modules

Core modules are taken by all students on the course. They give you a solid grounding in your chosen subject and prepare you to explore the topics that interest you most.

Autumn teaching

• Law, Regulation and Governance

• News, Politics and Power B

• Video Journalism

Spring teaching

• Audio and Podcasting Journalism

• Journalism Work Experience

Year 3 Core modules

Core modules are taken by all students on the course. They give you a solid grounding in your chosen subject and prepare you to explore the topics that interest you most.

Autumn teaching

• Practising Journalism

Spring teaching

• Journalism Project

International Baccalaureate

Typical offer    

30 -32 points overall from the full IB Diploma.

European Baccalaureate

Typical offer    

Overall result of at least 75% to 77%.

Other international qualifications

India

Typical offer    

Standard XII result

• 80% from ISC Indian School certificate of Education (CISCE)

• 80% from SSC All India Senior School Certificate Examination (CBSE)

• 80% HSC higher Secondary Certificate ( Maharashtra )

Additional requirements    

Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis.

English language requirements

IELTS (Academic)

6.0 overall, including at least 5.5 in each component

Home students: £9,250 per year

Channel Islands and Isle of Man students: £9,250 per year

International students: £22,500 per year

At Sussex, you’re given the chance to develop further real-world skills outside the classroom. 

You can write for our student newspaper, present a feature on our television channel, or host a programme on our radio station. You'll have the opportunity to go on work placements and gain real-world experience, and we also have links with Brighton newspaper The Argus, as well as a range of broadcasters.

Our expert teaching means you’ll develop skills in communication, writing concise copy, editing and reporting.  

You’ll be prepared for a range of careers including working in the national or international press, digital and broadcast media and public relations.