/ Undergraduate /
Start date:
September 2025
Entry tariff:
112 UCAS points (or equivalent)
Foundation Year entry: 64 UCAS points (or equivalent)
UCAS Code:
PQ53
PQ54 (If choosing Foundation Year)
On-Campus Taster Day
Saturday 22 February 2025
Dive into the world of literature and journalism while developing valuable professional skills. This course will teach you how to read critically, write persuasively, and create content that makes an impact.
Did you know?
Roehampton has been ranked 5th best in London for English (The Guardian League Table 2024).
1st in London for Learning Resources in English Literature (National Student Survey 2024).
Our Journalism programme is accredited by the industry professional body The Professional Publishers Association (PPA)!
Top 3 modern university in London
(Complete University Guide 2025)
Ranked in the top 15% in the world
Times Higher Education Young University Rankings 2024
#8 in England for undergraduate student satisfaction
National Student Survey 2024
Foundation Year
This course can also be studied with a foundation year (September entry only).
Modules
These modules are those we currently offer for 1 year (full-time) and may be subject to change.
Dive into the world of literary studies. This exciting module introduces you to analytical and theoretical ways of reading texts in a way that’s fun and engaging. You’ll learn key skills in literary criticism, such as close reading, study skills and referencing. You’ll also study classics in a new way and discover new texts. And you get a free ticket to The Globe theatre!
Start the journey to becoming journalists and content creators. Guided by professionals, you will learn some of the secrets of the trade. You will discover how to access relevant sources and conduct interviews. You will also start to learn about how journalism works and what it involves.
You will study with professionals how to create videos and use photos to tell stories for social media platforms. You will learn how to take photographs, edit them and make them publishable using Photoshop. You will be taught about ethical boundaries and how to be legally safe.
London is one of the most diverse cities in the world. This module takes you on a rollercoaster ride of literary (and film) depictions of London throughout history. Learn about different ethnic communities and listen to old and new voices describing their experiences of the Big City.
September 2025 entry onwards: We are reviewing and updating our curriculum to ensure our programmes provide the skills, knowledge, and experience needed for the evolving job market.
The modules listed are a sample of those currently offered and may change through the review process. However, the core learning outcomes and themes will remain similar.
These modules are those we currently offer for 1 year (full-time) and may be subject to change.
You will learn every aspect of the process of creating multimedia features, blending text and images. From coming up with original ideas, to finding the right sources, to professional-standard execution, you will be taught how produce polished work aimed at specific audiences.
Here’s your train stop for all things 19th-century. This module lets you explore classic and rare texts from the Romantic and Victorian periods in fresh and new ways. You’ll learn about bodies, scientific discoveries, and Empire through texts exploring this really influential age.
You will learn how to produce podcasts and other audio-based journalism. You will also develop an understanding of the radio and podcast industry, from broadcasting to streaming and beyond. You will focus on developing audio storytelling skills and how sound relates to other forms of media production.
If you love all things modern and current, this module is just for you. You’ll study 20th- and 21st-century texts in a wide range of genres and styles. The texts will explore topics relevant to our contemporary world and help you become a critical thinker.
September 2025 entry onwards: We are reviewing and updating our curriculum to ensure our programmes provide the skills, knowledge, and experience needed for the evolving job market.
The modules listed are a sample of those currently offered and may change through the review process. However, the core learning outcomes and themes will remain similar.
This course offers all students the option of a one-year paid work placement, to boost your employability even further. If you choose this route, you will take the placement following year two of your course, and then return to complete your degree.
Why take a placement?
A placement year is the perfect opportunity to gain valuable work experience, to build on the career skills we will teach you on this degree. The connections you make on the placement will improve your career prospects further, and equip you with the skills you need to secure graduate-level employment.
How we support you
The University's Placement and Work Experience Team are experts at helping you to secure a placement. They will work closely with you from the start, helping you research potential employers, discover placement opportunities, create and pitch your CV, and will coach you to perform well in interviews. We aren't able to guarantee a placement, but our sector-leading advisors will give you the best possible chance of securing one.
Find out more about how we'll support you
We understand that your plans might change once you start your programme. If you decide not to do a placement, you will have the option of completing the three year version of your programme.
Whatever your choice, you will have access to many opportunities for work experience through our Placement and Work Experience Team, and access to face-to-face and 24/7 online careers support.
These modules are those we currently offer for 1 year (full-time) and may be subject to change.
Learn about how literature and media have changed from the birth of cinema to the digital age. This module will allow you to study cultural texts that are popular with audiences. You’ll also learn how literature and other media relate to and borrow from one another. A highly-needed calling point for all things “pop”!
If you can’t get away from the Bard of Stratford-upon-Avon, we might as well make it fun. In this module, you’ll get to study Shakespeare in ways that are useful for future teachers, but you’ll also learn about new ways of reading Shakespeare, focusing, for instance, on issues of gender inequality and race.
You begin the process of creating your own digital and print magazine or a website targeted at a specific audience. And you will learn how to develop a project and pitch your ideas to industry professionals. You will develop an understanding of the marketplace for digital and print magazines, with support from staff and other media professionals we bring to campus.
You will take your project plans forward, creating either a digital and print magazine or a targeted website. Your projects may include videos, podcasts and images as well as riveting text. In addition, you will have the opportunity to do work experience in the media industry in London, one of the world’s key media hubs.
September 2025 entry onwards: We are reviewing and updating our curriculum to ensure our programmes provide the skills, knowledge, and experience needed for the evolving job market.
The modules listed are a sample of those currently offered and may change through the review process. However, the core learning outcomes and themes will remain similar.
This course is offered as a degree with foundation year – a four-year programme which provides an additional foundation year at the beginning of the degree, that will give you academic and practical experience, as well as the skills you need to ensure you are equipped to successfully complete your chosen degree.
£2,000 Foundation Scholarships for all home students
Find out more about our degrees with a foundation year
Foundation programme delivered by the School of Continuing Education. The exact modules for our foundation programme are currently in development. For more information, please contact us.
Skills
Skilling our students for success
Graduate with a broad, transferable range of creative, analytical, and professional skills. This incorporates:
- Being a critical reader of texts and refining your professional reading, editing, and writing skills.
- Developing skills in research and analysis, problem-solving, digital content creation, and independent study.
- Producing features, podcasts and magazines, alongside industry professionals.
This degree prepares you for a variety of roles, where you’ll think critically, communicate complex ideas clearly, and engage with diverse audiences—skills that are increasingly valuable in today’s workplace, especially in the age of AI, which demands creative and critical thinkers.
Want to produce your own zine, podcast, or digital portfolio? You’re in the right place. At Roehampton, you’ll start creating content early on, with expert guidance from professionals. You’ll produce podcasts, features, and, in your final year, a digital magazine or website. One of our previous student-produced magazines even won the prestigious FIPP Rising Star in Media award, beating student magazines from across the globe.
Throughout your journey, you’ll be supported by award-winning magazine editors closely linked to the programme.
Learning
We offer a variety of student-centered teaching methods to suit your learning style.
Join us on our beautiful campus and dive into an inclusive curriculum designed to inspire.
- Experience hands-on, engaging learning that prepares you for a successful career:
- Learn about the exciting world of literature.
Master the art of delivering compelling stories, utilising industry-standard digital tools. - In your final year, you will develop a multimedia magazine or create an audio-visual web project.
Learn through:
- Hands-on workshops, with professionals
- Lectures
- Seminars
- Skills sessions
- Assessment support sessions
- On-site tutorials
Why did our past students study BA English Literature and BA Journalism at the University of Roehampton?
“The reason why I chose to study English literature specifically at Roehampton was down to the teaching staff I met at the time and also the positive feedback I got on open days from other students. The best thing about studying at Roehampton was the support I had from amazing lecturers. Everyone was so approachable and I never felt that I couldn’t just go and knock on a door for help.” - Saara Ismail Mahomed, BA English Literature
“I knew the standard of teaching was very high. The principal reason I chose Roehampton over other London universities […] was that the programme and its component modules sounded infinitely more interesting than programmes and modules offered anywhere else.” - Katherine Farquharson, BA English Literature
"Lecturers are very attentive to what the students need. At the same time, they give you a real sense of what journalism is. In the first year we were assigned to find a public figure to interview. That made a real impact and showed me what the industry would be like." - Vania Caetano Ascensao, Journalism
Assessment
Preparing You for the Future in an Inclusive Learning Environment
You’ll be assessed through a variety of methods, all designed to help you develop practical, real-world skills. This includes:
- Close reading exercises
- Reviews and blog posts
- Essays and interviews
- Media content creation, including:
- Features
- Podcasts
- Videos
- Multimedia packages
- Social media content
- Magazines
Career
The creative and journalistic skills you develop are highly valued by employers, opening doors to diverse career opportunities beyond media.
This degree provides:
- The skills and ideas to teach an English curriculum
- Preparation for careers in print, radio, television, online media, or social media influencing
- A strong understanding of storytelling and press releases essential for roles in: Communications and PR for businesses, charities, political parties, and advocacy groups
Potential career paths you could work as:
- Magazine or web writer
- Editor
- Independent content producer
Many graduates with a Journalism focus also work in:
- Communications
- Public affairs
- Media relations
Wherever you want to go in the future, you’ll be preparing for the world of work from day one at Roehampton, with regular access to:
- Career development events
- Guest industry speakers
- Networking opportunities
- Personalised mentoring and careers support
You’ll graduate ready to grab every opportunity that comes your way.
Our careers support team is available to support you from the start of your studies until after you graduate. We will help you build your CV, prepare for interviews, and meet and learn from successful graduates working at the top of their careers.
You’ll also have opportunities to work with our partners across London and beyond, and to attend a Roehampton jobs fair where you can find out about graduate opportunities and meet employers.
Open days
Get a real taste of our campus, community and what it’s like to study at Roehampton
Applying
Full-time UK undergraduate students apply through UCAS.
Course subject to curriculum review and validation.
Entry tariff
112 UCAS points (or equivalent)
Foundation Year entry: 64 UCAS points (or equivalent)
Looking to work out your UCAS points or find out about our entry requirements? Find out more.
When we consider applications to study with us, we form a complete view of your achievements to date, and future potential, and can offer flexibility in entry requirements. Find out more about our Contextual Offer scheme.
General entry requirements
September 2025 entry tuition fees
UK (home) tuition fees
Undergraduate degree: £9,535
Foundation Year: £9,535
We offer a wide range of scholarships and bursaries. See our financial support pages for UK students.
We also provide other ways to support the cost of living, including free buses and on-campus car parking, hardship support and some of the most affordable student accommodation and catering in London. Find out more about how we can support you.
International undergraduate students apply through our direct application system.
Course subject to curriculum review and validation.
Entry tariff
Looking to work out your UCAS points or find out about our entry requirements? Find out more.
When we consider applications to study with us, we form a complete view of your achievements to date, and future potential, and can offer flexibility in entry requirements. Find out more about our Contextual Offer scheme.
General entry requirements
September 2025 entry tuition fees
EU and international tuition fees
Undergraduate degree: £16,950
Foundation Year: £16,950
We offer a wide range of scholarships and bursaries. See our financial support pages for international students.
We also provide other ways to support the cost of living, including free buses and on-campus car parking, hardship support and some of the most affordable student accommodation and catering in London. Find out more about how we can support you.
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