BA English and Journalism
About this course
BA (Hons) in English and Journalism. Core topics include Research Methods, Project Management, Ethics & Professional Practice, and Design & Creative Practice. Students undertake a Major Project involving independent research and a sustained production piece in their final year. The course uses a simulated newsroom environment, and students publish work through the Birmingham Eastside platform.
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Entry requirements
Standard offer: 112 UCAS Tariff points. Learn more about UCAS Tariff points . Accelerate offer: 80 UCAS Tariff points. Find out more about BCU Accelerate . This course does not require evidence of GCSE qualifications. Please see A Level, BTEC and other level 3 requirements below. A Level / AS Level: A Level: 112 UCAS Tariff points / BBC (or equivalent) AS Level: Must be in a different subject to A Levels A maximum of four subjects will be considered Required subjects: English Language or Literature A Level at Grade C or above. In lieu of English Language or Literature A Level, subjects that include an element of essay writing will be considered as an alternative, i.e History, Religious Education, The Sciences, Philosophy, Film Studies, Communication Studies & Creative Writing all include a component of this. Applicants will be required to submit a satisfactory essay set by the department. Pearson BTEC (Diploma / Extended Diploma/ Extended Certificate): 112 UCAS Tariff points Diploma accepted with one A Level or equivalent level 3 qualifications Extended Certificate accepted with two A Levels or equivalent level 3 qualifications Applicants will be asked to complete an essay set by the department unless they are already holding or are working towards an A Level in English at grade C or above. T Level: Merit overall Applicants will be asked to complete an essay set by the department unless they are already holding or are working towards an A Level in English at grade C or above. Access to HE Diploma: Pass with 60 credits, 45 credits at level 3. Accepted subjects: Language, Literature and Culture subjects preferred but other subjects also considered. Applicants may be asked to complete an essay set by the department if subject doesn't contain any English. OCR Cambridge Technical qualifications: 112 UCAS Tariff points Applicants will be asked to complete an essay set by the department unless they are already holding or are working towards an A Level in English at grade C
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What students say
Based on about 18 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 82%
- Learning opportunities: 87%
- Assessment and feedback: 88%
- Academic support: 87%
- Organisation and management: 73%
- Learning resources: 91%
- Student voice: 81%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 10 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 85%
- Left higher education: 15%
What graduates do next
Based on about 15 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 90%
- Working and studying: 5%
- Further study: 5%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Teaching Professionals: 25%
- Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation: 15%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 10%
- Administrative occupations: 5%
- Managers, directors and senior officials: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 85%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 80%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 75%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 295 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 2%
- North West: 4%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 3%
- East Midlands: 12%
- West Midlands: 49%
- East of England: 5%
- London: 15%
- South East: 6%
- South West: 3%
- Wales: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 100%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Gold for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Journalism Techniques
- Prose Writing
- Key Critical Concepts
- Digital Reporting
- Language in Action
- Craft of Writing
- Media Law in Practice
- Practical Reporting
- Collaborative Practice
- Live Project
- Grammar and Style
- Writing Short Stories
- Modern and Contemporary Theatre
- The Victorians
- Language in Society
- Screenwriting
- Gender, Sexuality and Culture
- Multicultural Literature
- Major Project Preparation (Media)
- Major Project: Production
- Applied Sociolinguistics
- Writing Poetry
- The Gothic
- Moral Philosophy
- Media Activism
- Digital Futures
- Creative Camera
- Audience and User Experience
- Race, Media and Culture
- Communication in Action
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BA English and Journalism at Birmingham City University earn?
The median salary is £26,000 after 15 months, £21,500 after 3 years, £27,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £21,500 and £33,000. The £27,000 median after five years is £2,000 less than the UK median for English studies.
What do graduates of BA English and Journalism at Birmingham City University do next?
95% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BA English and Journalism at Birmingham City University?
82% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BA English and Journalism at Birmingham City University?
The typical offer is BBC at A level. The average entrant had 125 UCAS points.
Does BA English and Journalism at Birmingham City University include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year.
How many students continue on BA English and Journalism at Birmingham City University?
85% of students continued into their second year, and 15% left higher education.