The ever-growing links with the industry, largely through our successful, distinguished alumni, ensures current and dynamic courses are delivered to you.
We pride ourselves on keeping up to date with the changes in the sector and working across the different mediums so you can hone skills in broadcast, video, film, print or digital.
Being sent out on news days to gather stories and interviews with cameras and recording equipment is incredibly beneficial to the development of my skills and prepares me for the workplace.
Why study with us
- Our facilities include six fully-equipped newsrooms, three radio studios, TV studio and gallery, video editing suites, industry-standard TV cameras and radio/audio recorders, digital/mobile journalism reporting kits, and live news feeds from the Press.
- BA (Hons) Journalism is accredited by the NCTJ. While our Sports Journalism course is accredited by the BJTC, which is recognised as a benchmark of excellence by the BBC and Sky.
- Work experience and employability are embedded into our Journalism degrees. Our annual careers experience event (cJAM) provides an opportunity to meet and learn from industry professionals from around the UK.
What can you do with a degree in journalism?
Our alumni work within TV, radio, digital, magazines and communications. As well as in professions where their transferable skills are in demand.
We hold a partnership with the UK’s largest multimedia publisher, Reach PLC. This collaboration means you’ll enjoy a day-release programme, working alongside journalists at Lancs Live. Along with our network of regular journalism industry guests and work placement opportunities.
Explore our facilities
As a student, you'll have access to a range of facilities and services. Such as the Student Enterprise Hub, which gives you the unique opportunity to work on live briefs set by companies. This will allow you to showcase your problem-solving skills, as well as allow you to put theory into practice.
You'll also have access to our Propeller service, where you can find help to start your own business. You'll receive one-to-one mentoring, masterclasses and possible access to funding. With creative students three times more likely to start up a business after graduating - this is an excellent way of getting ahead of the game.
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