How long is the Journalism BA (Hons) at Edinburgh Napier University?

The BA (Hons) in Journalism at Edinburgh Napier University has a duration of 4 Years.

What are the entry requirements for Journalism at Edinburgh Napier University?

A-levels: BBC. Scottish Higher: ABBB. BTEC: DMM.

What is the average graduate salary for Journalism at Edinburgh Napier University?

Graduates of the BA (Hons) in Journalism at Edinburgh Napier University earn an average salary of £22,000.

Is Journalism at Edinburgh Napier University full-time or part-time?

This BA (Hons) is offered Full-time.

Where is the Journalism course taught?

The course is taught at Edinburgh.

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Last updated 2 July 2026

Undergraduate BA (Hons) Full-time 4 Years Digital media, production, and technologyPR and communicationsJournalism

Journalism BA (Hons) is an undergraduate degree at Edinburgh Napier University, based in Edinburgh, taught full-time over 4 years. 88% of final-year students rated the course positively in the National Student Survey, and graduates earn £22,000 on average 15 months after finishing. Typical A-level entry is BBC.

A-Level Entry

BBC

Typical offer · UCAS

Student Satisfaction

87.71%

NSS · Office for Students

Avg. Graduate Salary

£22,000

15 months after graduation · HESA via Discover Uni

About this course

We are a top 10 university in the UK for Journalism
The Guardian University Guide 2025

Our course provides you with a practical and critical understanding of the changing face of journalism and the legal, political and economic aspects of the profession.

Our emphasis on employability means that you’ll be taught by professional journalists about everyday life in the industry. And we’ll introduce you to ways of gaining first-hand experiences in journalism – including work placements through our links with various news organisations as well as freelance opportunities.

The course provides the opportunity to study at a partner university overseas, or complete a work placement in industry in your third year.

We’re committed to producing highly capable graduates with the strongest possible skillset. From the start, we treat you not just as a student, but as a working journalist, challenging you to produce work to industry standard so you can excel in a newsroom environment.

Entry Requirements

A-Level Grades BBC

Scottish Higher ABBB

BTEC DMM

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations. Click through for salaries, employment rates and other UK degrees that lead there:

3416 Arts officers, producers and directors 3417 Photographers, audio-visual and broadcasting equipment operators 3412 Authors, writers and translators 2492 Newspaper and periodical broadcast journalists and reporters 2491 Newspaper, periodical and broadcast editors 2493 Public relations professionals

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Course Details

Qualification: Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Study Mode: Full-time
Duration: 4 Years
Start Date: 2025
Academic Year: 2025
Campus / Location: Edinburgh
Scheme: Undergraduate
Subjects: Digital media, production, and technology, PR and communications, Journalism
Avg. Graduate Salary: £22,000

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