BAJournalism and English Language (Year Abroad)

Study location	United Kingdom, Colchester Campus
Type	Bachelor courses, full-time
Nominal duration	4 years
Study language	English
Awards	BA
Course code	P510

Entry qualification	High school / secondary education (or higher) A-levels: BBB, including one essay-based subject The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English. Often you can get a suitable transcript from your school. If this is not the case, you will need official translations along with verified copies of the original.

Language requirements	English IELTS: 6.0 (with a minimum of 5.5 in each component) CAE: 169 (with a minimum of 162 in each component)

Other requirements	At least 1 reference(s) must be provided. A motivation letter must be added to your application.

More information	essex.ac.uk/..rnalism-and-english-language

Overview

Interested? To learn more about this study programme, entry requirements and application process, please contact one of our consultants in a country nearest to you.

Career opportunities

Studying English language allows you to deepen your understanding of the language and how it is constructed. You develop your research and IT skills by collecting and analysing linguistic data, as well as enhancing your communication style. Combined with the practical journalism elements of the course mean that our graduates are equipped to embark on any one of a number of career paths.

You compile an impressive portfolio of published work and complete a detailed multimedia project linked to English language in your final year, offering real evidence of your range and capabilities to future employers.

You become a multi-skilled story-teller, familiar with production techniques in television, radio, online and newspaper journalism, and with the option to gain advanced skills in specific areas in your final year.