BA(Hons) International Journalism

Undergraduate Entry Requirements

Academic Qualifications: Students should have completed their secondary education with a minimum overall percentage of 60% or above in a relevant qualification equivalent to the UK's General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE) or A-levels.

English Language Proficiency:

• IELTS: A minimum overall score of 6, with no individual component score below 5.5.
• TOEFL: A minimum overall score of 80, with with no band less than 10.
• PTE: A minimum overall score of 61, with no individual score below 59.

Students must provide:

• academic marksheets & transcripts
• letters of recommendation
• a personal statement - SOP
• passport
• other supporting documents as required by the university.

It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.

Scholarships for International Students at the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan):

Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship: The Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship is a prestigious scholarship awarded to high-achieving international students. This scholarship provides a significant tuition fee reduction for the duration of the student's program. The selection is based on academic merit, and applicants are automatically considered when they apply for a full-time undergraduate or postgraduate program at UCLan.

International Excellence Scholarship: The International Excellence Scholarship is aimed at international students who demonstrate exceptional academic performance. This scholarship offers a tuition fee reduction for the first year of study and is available for both undergraduate and postgraduate programs. The selection criteria include academic achievements, personal statements, and references.

Country-Specific Scholarships: UCLan offers scholarships specifically tailored to students from certain countries or regions. These scholarships aim to promote cultural diversity and encourage international students from specific regions to study at UCLan. The eligibility criteria and award amounts vary depending on the specific scholarship.

Sports Scholarships: UCLan recognizes the achievements of talented student athletes and offers sports scholarships to support their academic and sporting pursuits. These scholarships are available for international students who demonstrate outstanding sporting ability and academic potential. The scholarships provide financial support, mentoring, and access to sports facilities and training programs.

Alumni Loyalty Discount: UCLan values its alumni and offers a tuition fee discount to international students who have previously completed a full degree program at UCLan and wish to pursue further studies at the university. The discount is applied to the tuition fees of eligible postgraduate programs.

External Scholarships and Funding: In addition to the scholarships offered by UCLan, international students can also explore external scholarship opportunities and funding options. Various organizations, foundations, and governments provide scholarships for international students studying in the UK. UCLan's International Office can provide guidance and information on external scholarship opportunities.

It is important to note that the availability, eligibility criteria, and application deadlines for scholarships may vary each year.

The BA (Hons) International Journalism program at UCLan equips graduates with versatile skills and industry-relevant knowledge to succeed in the competitive field of journalism. Graduates emerge with strong writing abilities, critical thinking skills, and multimedia storytelling techniques, making them valuable assets to media organizations across the globe. UCLan's emphasis on practical experience, ethical journalism practices, and digital literacy ensures that graduates are well-prepared to adapt to the evolving landscape of media and communications.

1. Journalist/Reporter: Graduates of the BA (Hons) International Journalism program often pursue careers as journalists or reporters in print, broadcast, online, or digital media organizations. They cover local, national, or international news stories, conduct interviews, and produce content across various platforms.

2. Foreign Correspondent: Some graduates specialize as foreign correspondents, reporting on global events and issues from different regions around the world. They provide in-depth coverage of international news, politics, conflicts, and human interest stories.

3. Broadcast Journalist: Graduates may work as broadcast journalists for television or radio networks, presenting news bulletins, conducting live interviews, and producing multimedia content for broadcast audiences.

4. Digital Content Producer: With a strong foundation in digital journalism, graduates can pursue roles as digital content producers for online news platforms, social media channels, or digital-first media outlets. They create engaging multimedia content, manage online communities, and leverage digital tools for storytelling.

5. Editorial Assistant/Producer: Graduates may start their careers as editorial assistants or producers, supporting newsroom operations, editing content, fact-checking stories, and coordinating editorial processes within media organizations.

6. Investigative Journalist: Some graduates specialize in investigative journalism, uncovering hidden stories, exposing corruption or injustices, and conducting in-depth research to produce impactful investigative reports.

7. Media Researcher: Graduates can work as media researchers, analyzing trends, gathering data, and conducting background research to support news stories, documentaries, or investigative reports.

8. Content Strategist/Editor: Graduates with a strong understanding of digital media and audience engagement can pursue roles as content strategists or editors, developing content strategies, managing editorial calendars, and optimizing content performance.

9. Public Relations (PR) Professional: Some graduates transition into PR roles, working for public relations agencies, corporations, or non-profit organizations. They leverage their journalism skills to create compelling PR campaigns, manage media relations, and craft narratives for clients.

10. Freelance Journalist/Writer: Graduates may choose to work as freelance journalists or writers, contributing articles, features, and opinion pieces to various publications, websites, and media outlets.