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BA History and Journalism Studies

University of Stirling

Institution
University of Stirling
Level
undergraduate
Subject
History and Journalism Studies
Duration
4 years
UCAS code
U12-HISJOU
Median salary
£27,000 after 5 years

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What students say

Based on about 24 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)

  • Teaching on my course: 81%
  • Learning opportunities: 86%
  • Assessment and feedback: 78%
  • Academic support: 90%
  • Organisation and management: 75%
  • Learning resources: 87%
  • Student voice: 76%

Do students stay on the course?

Based on about 45 students who started, across similar courses at this university

  • Continued on course: 80%
  • Left higher education: 20%

What graduates do next

Based on about 21 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)

  • Working: 75%
  • Working and studying: 5%
  • Further study: 20%

Most common jobs

  • Teaching Professionals: 20%
  • Sales occupations: 15%
  • Administrative occupations: 15%
  • Business and public service associate professionals: 10%
  • Customer service occupations: 10%
  • Find their work meaningful: 60%
  • Feel on track for their future plans: 50%
  • Use what they learnt on the course: 40%

Where graduates work (5 years on)

Based on about 45 graduates, across similar courses at this university

  • London: 10%
  • Scotland: 85%
  • Northern Ireland: 5%

Who gets in

Based on about 50 students who started, across similar courses at this university

  • A levels: 80%
  • Other HE qualification: 10%

Questions about this course

How much do graduates of BA History and Journalism Studies at University of Stirling earn?

The median salary is £25,500 after 15 months, £22,500 after 3 years, £27,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £22,500 and £33,000. The £27,000 median after five years is £3,500 less than the UK median for History.

What do graduates of BA History and Journalism Studies at University of Stirling do next?

100% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).

Are students happy with the teaching on BA History and Journalism Studies at University of Stirling?

81% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.

What grades do I need for BA History and Journalism Studies at University of Stirling?

The average entrant had 162 UCAS points.

Does BA History and Journalism Studies at University of Stirling include a placement year or year abroad?

The course has an optional year abroad.

How many students continue on BA History and Journalism Studies at University of Stirling?

80% of students continued into their second year, and 20% left higher education.