Join our innovative and award-winning Multimedia Journalism degree
On our Multimedia Journalism BA, you'll learn directly from award-winning journalists at The School of Journalism at News Associates, the only place in London where you can study an NCTJ-accredited undergraduate journalism degree.
This isn’t a course built around textbooks and theory. It’s completely practical, powered by a unique partnership between News Associates, the UK’s top journalism training school, and St Mary’s University. Together, we offer the perfect mix of real newsroom experience and excellent campus facilities.
You’ll explore everything from print, broadcast and production to podcasts, social media, data journalism, and more. Our newsroom features a full broadcast studio with a green screen, autocue, and podcasting mics for you to experiment with anytime.
You’ll also master key journalistic principles, including media law, ethics, and research – the foundation of great reporting.
And if you’re passionate about sport, we’ve got you covered. Every trainee has the chance to specialise in sports journalism, delivered in association with the UK’s leading sports content agency, Sportsbeat.
Why study a Multimedia Journalism degree with us?
Get an additional NCTJ Diploma in Journalism
From day one, you’ll be doing journalism. Our hands-on approach means you’ll develop the skills, confidence and creativity you need to thrive in today’s fast-moving media industry, and because our degree is fully accredited by the National Council for the Training of Journalists (NCTJ), you’ll graduate with a university degree and the industry-standard NCTJ Diploma in Multimedia Journalism, a clear advantage when applying for jobs in such a competitive industry.
Access our specialist facilities
Your classroom is a working London newsroom with state-of-the-art facilities where you’ll build your portfolio, grow your network, and learn how the industry really works. St Mary’s University, just minutes away, offers world class sports and gym facilities, a library, computer suites, the students’ union bar, campus accommodation, and other student support services as part of our unique partnership.
Take advantage of unique opportunities
Every summer, we offer up to £1,000 to help you complete a work placement or launch your own journalism project. Want to report from another country? Create a multimedia documentary? Bring a bold new idea to life? We’ll help you make it happen.
You’ll also hit the ground running with an iPad provided on your first day, giving you everything you need to write, film, edit and publish wherever you are. We also cover the cost of your NCTJ registration and assessment.
Learn from guest speakers in the industry
Our guest speakers are some of the biggest names in the industry – from Emily Maitlis to Alex Crawford, Victoria Derbyshire, Tony Gallagher and Ranvir Singh. Plus, our annual journalism festival and regular field trips to places like Parliament, the Law Courts and Sky News mean you’ll always be close to the action.
Course content
Modules on our Multimedia Journalism BA
These modules are the modules that were available to students in the 2025/26 academic year and are illustrative of what may be offered for 2026/27.
Please note: it is possible that a module listed on the website will not be able to run due to reasons beyond our control. For more information please refer to our course information disclaimer.
How the degree is taught
Teaching methods
You'll be taught in The School of Journalism/News Associates newsroom, just a 15-minute walk from our beautiful and historic campus located in Twickenham, London.
Feedback
We adhere to the university’s policy of providing feedback on assessments within 15 working days.
Who teaches this course?
All classes are taught by our award-winning journalists and editors in our News Associates newsroom in Twickenham. Our team includes court reporters, radio producers, podcast hosts, sub-editors and more. If you have any questions, please contact Lucy Dyer by emailing ldyer@newsassociates.co.uk
Entry requirements
2026 and 2027 entries
Start date
Standard offer
112 UCAS points
Contextual offer
96 UCAS points
About Contextual Offer:
Not sure about your grades? We consider all factors when reviewing your application, as we know not everyone has the same support to reach their potential. So we may make a contextual offer below the standard Tariff if you meet our criteria. Read more about contextual offers.
We understand that sometimes barriers you can't control get in the way of academic achievement. You are more than just your grades. We'll consider your application as a whole, taking into account things like:
- subjects studied at Level 3
- your GCSEs (or equivalent) profile
- non-academic achievements you mention in your personal statement
- your references and motivation.
GCSE
We offer GCSE equivalency tests for those who need to improve their GCSE grades.
UCAS Personal statement support
Create your UCAS personal statement through our online builder and we'll email you a copy of your completed version at the end.
Further Information
For more information about entry requirements please get in touch.
How many UCAS points my grades are worth
A levels
A*
56 pts
A
48 pts
B
40 pts
C
32 pts
D
24 pts
E
16 pts
My qualification isn't listed:
If you can't find your qualification in this list please check the full list of UCAS tariff tables.
Fees & funding
September 2026
Home
£9,790
*Please note: Tuition fee increases for undergraduate Home students are subject to regulatory control by the UK Government. The above Home fees for September 2026 are confirmed by the UK Government subject to Parliamentary procedure in early 2026. These fees are annual and may increase as detailed in our tuition fee variation disclaimer.
For more information on foundation year fees for home students, please check the details on our tuition fee page.
For more information about whether you are likely to pay home or international fees, please visit our 'understanding your tuition fee status' page.
Information about tuition fees, student loans, and funding your studies can be found within our fees and funding section.
Additional costs
Your tuition fees will cover the cost of all mandatory elements of your programme.
Additional costs could be incurred depending on optional modules chosen and other projects undertaken.
For further information about additional costs please see our additional costs webpage.
Scholarships
Find out more about our range of scholarships and bursaries available to undergraduate students.
Living costs
A guide to your living costs has been created by our Student Funding Team.
Accommodation costs vary depending on whether you opt for an en suite room and on-site catering. Take a look at our accommodation options and the prices you can expect to pay.
Career opportunities
Some examples of job roles and areas of work for graduates of Multimedia Journalism BA include:
Apply now
If you're currently living in the United Kingdom and Ireland, you'll need to apply directly through UCAS. You can check our step-by-step application guide for detailed information. You will also need to apply directly if you want to study any course part-time.
September
Currently we're not accepting applications from international students requiring a student visa.
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