About BA (hons) Multimedia Journalism in Bournemouth University
If you’d like an exciting career in the fast-paced world of journalism then this is the course for you. Develop the skills needed to work in a multi-disciplinary media environment including TV, radio, print and online journalism.
Why study BA (Hons) Multimedia Journalism at BU?
- Produce news broadcasts in our professional TV studios, design magazines, film TV news packages and interview members of the public as well as guests on live radio
- Take part in authentic news day activities in the community to reflect real industry practice and publish news and features across our student platforms
- Learn from experienced professionals and successful alumni. Previous speakers include Jon Snow (Channel 4), Jake Wallis Simons (Daily Mail Online), and Stephen Sackur (BBC HARDTalk)
- Take advantage of BU’s partnership with AFC Bournemouth to cover home games, attend pre-match conferences and conduct interviews at Vitality Stadium
- Make invaluable industry connections during a 30-week work placement with organisations such as national and regional media, the BCC and Sky Sports.
- This course is ranked 15th in its subject area according to the 2022 Guardian League Tables and 90% of our graduates are employed or in further study within 15 months after finishing their studies.
Entry requirements
- High School leaving examinations - We will consider any High School leaving examinations that are considered to be the equivalent to A-level examinations in the UK.
English language requirements
- IELTS: 6.0 overall, with no less than 5.5 in each component.
- TOEFL iBT: 60-78 overall.
- PTE Academic: 54 (with no less than 51 in each component).
Bournemouth University Highlights
| Type of Institution |
Public |
| Campus Setting |
Urban |
| Endowment |
2.4 million GBP |
| Number of campuses |
Two campuses - Talbot Campus and Lansdowne Campus |
| Total number of Professors |
828 |
| Graduate Job Rate |
91% |
| Housing |
Available (12 halls) |
| International Fee |
13,750 GBP |
Bournemouth University Cost of Attendance
The information below is designed as a guide to the living expenses at university. For those who stay on-campus, the cost of utilities and transportation will be saved as the students will be given annual bus pass.
| Item |
Annual amount in GBP |
| Tuition |
14,100-15,850 |
| Books and supplies |
210-630 |
| Accommodation |
6,499-9,275 |
| Utilities |
420 |
| Transportation |
250 |
| Laundry |
156-312 |
| Insurance |
70 |
| Food and household expenses |
2,200 |
| TV licenses |
157.50 |
| Total |
24,062.5-29,164.5 |
