About BA (hons) Journalism in Teesside University
Our BA (Hons) Journalism degree, accredited by the National Council for the Training of Journalists (NCTJ), offers a well-established entry point to one of the most challenging and sought-after graduate career paths. You are taught by industry professionals with a broad range of experience – in television, radio, print and online.
Our aim is to ensure a high-quality student experience whilst meeting the needs of a rapidly transforming industry at a time of unprecedented global world.
Journalists graduating from Teesside are equipped with the necessary storytelling skills to succeed across multiple media platforms. Last year more than 80% of our final-year students received a first-class or 2.1 degree whilst student work is nationally recognised for its excellence.
Studying journalism at Teesside, you begin by learning the basics of original content creation – how to find a story, discover your individual voice, and expand your interests and knowledge. You understand how stories are reframed for digital and social media, and how to set up your own website and generate revenue.
Whether your passion is sport, fashion, music or traditional news, we aim to ensure that you are industry-ready to take up your chosen career.
Benefit from TUXtra, our new integrated media publishing platform for media and journalism students at Teesside, bringing together exciting and innovative content on-air and online.
For entry onto Year 1:
India Standard XII – 65% minimum from all state boards.
Diploma from the State Board of Technical Education with 60% minimum .
Holders of the International Baccalaureate Diploma with 28 points or more will be considered for direct admission to Bachelor degree courses
Advanced entry to undergraduate:
You may be eligible to enter Year 2 of a degree programme if you have a three or four-year diploma
Decided on a case-by-case basis – your course must closely match our own curriculam
Teesside University Highlights
| University Type |
Public University |
| Campus Setting |
Urban |
| Establishment Year |
1930 |
| Major investment (on campus) |
£270 million |
| Endowment |
£0.25 million |
| Applications Accepted |
Online |
| Work-Study |
Available |
| Intake Type |
Semester wise |
| Mode of Program |
Classroom and online |
Teesside University The Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses
| Programs |
International Tuition Fee (Full-time programs) |
| UG Course |
£11,825 |
| PG Diploma Course |
£11,495 |
| PG Course |
£12,045 |
| 2-year Master Program |
£7,000 |
| MBA |
£14,300–17,000 |
The living expenses may sum up to £1,015/month, which includes accommodation, food and other essentialities.
