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BA Language and/with Journalism ( part-time )

Birkbeck University of London, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

This part-time BA Language and Journalism program at Birkbeck University of London is designed for students who want to develop their skills in language and journalism. The course covers a range of topics, including language acquisition, linguistics, and the theory and practice of journalism. Students will learn how to analyze and interpret language data, as well as how to research and write news stories. This program is ideal for those who want to pursue a career in language or journalism, or for those who simply want to improve their language skills and knowledge of the media industry.

Additional Information

The program consists of 180 credits, divided into 60 credits of compulsory modules and 120 credits of optional modules. Students will also complete a dissertation worth 30 credits. The course is delivered through a combination of lectures, seminars, workshops, and online learning. Students will have access to state-of-the-art facilities, including language laboratories and media production equipment.

Unlocking Your Potential: Language and Journalism Studies at Birkbeck University of London

Birkbeck University of London is one of the top universities in the UK for language and journalism studies. The university has a rich history of research and teaching in these areas, and its faculty members are renowned experts in their fields. Students who attend Birkbeck will have access to cutting-edge resources and facilities, as well as opportunities to engage with leading scholars and practitioners in the field. Additionally, Birkbeck's location in central London provides students with unparalleled opportunities for networking and career advancement.

Why You Should Study This Course

Graduates can pursue careers in media and cultural institutions, journalism, public relations, or professional communications. This degree may also be useful in becoming a magazine/newspaper journalist, public relations officer, or press sub-editor. We offer a comprehensive Careers Service to help you advance your career, while our in-house, professional recruitment consultancy, Birkbeck Talent, works with Londons top employers to help you gain work experience that fits in with your evening studies.

General Eligibility

We welcome applicants without traditional entry qualifications as we base decisions on our own assessment of qualifications, knowledge, and previous work experience. We may waive formal entry requirements based on the judgment of academic potential. This program is suitable for applicants at all language entry levels, from beginner to proficient, including native speaker level. Acceptance may be subject to an admissions test and/or interview.

Language Requirement

  • IELTS6.0
  • TOEFL78
  • PTE58
  • Duolingo79
If English is not your first language or you have not previously studied in English, our usual requirement is the equivalent of an International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic Test) score of 6.5, with not less than 6.0 in each of the sub-tests.

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