Journalism and Communications (Level 6) BA (Hons)
University of GloucestershirePark, Cheltenham
Course overview
If you’re studying for – or already have – a foundation degree, HND or Diploma of Higher Education and you’d like to top this up to a full BA honours degree, then this course is designed for you. Our communications & media Studies courses are ranked 2nd in the UK for graduate prospects and 3rd for student satisfaction by the Complete University Guide 2026. You’ll further develop your journalism and communications skills under our expert teaching team.
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Key highlights
- Top-up route from foundation degree, HND or DipHE to honours
- Subject ranked 2nd in UK for graduate prospects (CUG 2026)
- Subject ranked 3rd in UK for student satisfaction (CUG 2026)
- Taught by staff with national and international journalism experience
Entry requirements
HND, Diploma of Higher Education or Foundation degree Applicants should possess an HND, Diploma of Higher Education or Foundation degree.
Mature students
We welcome applications from mature students (aged 21 and over) and do not necessarily require the same academic qualifications as school leaving applicants, although some entry requirements may still apply for Professionally Accredited Courses.
Scholarships
Global Scholarships
£1,500 tuition fee waiver deducted from first years tuition fee at the point of offer.
Up to £1,500Progression Partner Scholarship
£5,000 tuition fee waiver deducted from first years tuition fee at the point of offer.
Up to £5,000Sports Global Excellence Scholarship
The value of the scholarship will be £7,500 (spread over the 3 years) for Undergraduate students and £5,000 for Postgraduate students.
Sports Scholarships
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Undergraduate Merit Scholarship
£7,500 tuition fee waiver split over the three years of tuition fee.
Up to £7,500
Careers this course leads to
- Journalist
- Communications Officer
- Public Relations Officer
- Content Writer
- Digital Content Producer
- Press Officer
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,535 | International: £9,535
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Gloucestershire, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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