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BA (Hons) Journalism and Modern Languages

University of Essex, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

In this global, digital age, the ability to share information with multiple audiences around the world is extremely powerful. Through language, we can transmit knowledge, and share stories with people from all corners of the globe. Our BA in Journalism and Modern Languages allow you to expand your multimedia skills whilst developing fluency in new languages.

Through the modern languages component of this course, you have the opportunity to choose from French, German, Italian, Spanish, and Mandarin Chinese. This is intertwined with the practical journalism aspect of this course; where you develop your skills in using multi-media channels such as radio, television, and online media and deepen your knowledge of journalism on an international scale You have the flexibility to choose the areas of the subject that most interest you and to explore global cultures alongside the native language.

General Eligibility

UK entry requirements

  • A-levels: ABB, including one essay based subject

  • If Portuguese is taken as the major language, an A-level pass (or equivalent) in Italian, French, Spanish or Portuguese or first language level fluency in Italian, French, Romanian or Spanish is required.

  • BTEC: DDD, depending on subject studied - advice on acceptability can be provided.

  • IB: 32 points or three Higher Level certificates with 655, including a Higher Level essay based subject grade 5.

  • We are also happy to consider a combination of separate IB Diploma Programmes at both Higher and Standard Level. Exact offer levels will vary depending on the range of subjects being taken at higher and standard level, and the course applied for. Please contact the Undergraduate Admissions Office for more information.

  • To study Portuguese as your major language, you need a pass in Higher Level Italian, French, Spanish or Portuguese or fluency in Italian, French, Romanian or Spanish.

  • Access to HE Diploma: 15 level 3 credits at Distinction and 30 level 3 credits at Merit, depending on subject studied - advice on acceptability can be provided.

  • We also consider T-levels.

International & EU entry requirements

We accept a wide range of qualifications from applicants studying in the EU and other countries. Get in touch with any questions you may have about the qualifications we accept. Remember to tell us about the qualifications you have already completed or are currently taking.

Part Time Work Details

20 hours per week.

What You'll Study

1 Year 1

COMPONENT 01: CORE

Practical Reporting, Interviewing and Production (Joint Honours)

(30 CREDITS)

COMPONENT 02: COMPULSORY

History of Journalism

(15 CREDITS)

COMPONENT 03: COMPULSORY

Journalism Now

(15 CREDITS)

COMPONENT 04: OPTIONAL

Language (higher intermediate or above) or Intensive Initial Part 1 & 2

(30 CREDITS)

COMPONENT 05: OPTIONAL

Language (initial to advanced) or Intensive Initial Part 1 & 2

(30 CREDITS)

COMPONENT 06: COMPULSORY

Careers and Employability Skills for Languages and Linguistics

(0 CREDITS)

2 Year 2

COMPONENT 01: COMPULSORY

Audio and Video for Broadcast and Online (Joint Honours)

(30 CREDITS)

COMPONENT 02: COMPULSORY

Feature Writing and Magazine Project for Print and Online (Joint Honours)

(30 CREDITS)

COMPONENT 03: COMPULSORY WITH OPTIONS

Language (Advanced or above) option(s) from list

(30 CREDITS)

COMPONENT 04: OPTIONAL

Language (lower intermediate or above) option(s) from list

(30 CREDITS)

COMPONENT 05: COMPULSORY

Careers and Employability Skills for Languages and Linguistics

(0 CREDITS)

3 Year 3

COMPONENT 01: COMPULSORY

Comparative Media Law and Regulation

(15 CREDITS)

COMPONENT 02: COMPULSORY

Journalism and Storytelling

(15 CREDITS)

COMPONENT 03: COMPULSORY

Advanced Practical Journalism

(30 CREDITS)

COMPONENT 04: COMPULSORY WITH OPTIONS

Language (Mastery level) option(s) from list

(30 CREDITS)

COMPONENT 05: COMPULSORY WITH OPTIONS

Language (higher intermediate or above) option(s) from the list

(30 CREDITS)

COMPONENT 06: COMPULSORY

Careers and Employability Skills for Languages and Linguistics

(0 CREDITS)

Language Requirement

  • IELTS6.0
  • TOEFL78
  • PTE58
  • Duolingo79

IELTS 6.0 overall.

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For any enquiries or further details, please don't hesitate to contact us. Let's take the next step in your academic journey together.

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