Undergraduate academic requirements
- Minimum of passes in five subjects, two at A level (grades A-E) or equivalent, and three at GCSE level (grades A-C/4-9) or equivalent.
- Relevant work experience may also be considered.
Program
Bachelor's
Key facts
- Duration4 years
- ProgramOn campus
- PaceFull-time
- Annual tuition fee17,010GBP
- Start dateSep
- University ranking#609
Program overview
What Ulster University says about their program:
Journalism is part of the combined campus subject programme at Ulster, Coleraine. It is the only university degree programme in the subject in Northern Ireland and offers you the opportunity to study the theory and practice of journalism in context with determining factors such as law, economics, politics and technology. It provides you with a range of relevant practical and professional skills.
As a major subject programme (four modules per full-time year), Journalism at Ulster is combined with another, minor subject in the Arts (two modules per full-time year) to make up a full degree programme. There is a range of subjects to choose from as your minor: Education, English and History.
Taking English as a Minor will allow you to develop a critically-informed knowledge of English literature in its historical range and depth. Through the study of literature across different genres, you will hone the ability to analyse text and form critical arguments, both in spoken and written form. A Minor in English comprises of two from the total of six modules you complete per year (three each semester). These draw on extensive staff expertise and internationally-recognised research. In addition to compulsory modules, you can pursue your own interests through a range of optional modules including 'Restoration & 18th-century Literature’ in second year, or 'Words in Freedom: Modernist Revolution in Literature’ in third year, among others. A Minor in English ensures you are well-equipped for the wide variety of careers that require advanced communicative skills, including publishing, journalism and the media, public relations, the creative arts, marketing and retail, arts administration, and many sectors of the civil service.
Admission requirements
Postgraduate academic requirements
- Hold an Honours degree (2
2 or above) from a recognized institution.
- Evidence of competence in written and spoken English (GCSE grades A-C or equivalent).
English proficiency
English proficiency is required; accepted tests include IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent.
English proficiency waivers
Documents required
- Passport
- Academic Transcripts
- Degree certificate or diploma
- Proof of English proficiency
- Statement of purpose or personal statement
- Recommendation letters
- Finance proof
- Translations
- Credential evaluations
Fees and funding
Ulster University outlines that tuition fees and living costs vary significantly based on the student's location. Students are advised to budget approximately £7,000-£9,000 for expenses during their time at Ulster University.
Fee information
- Undergraduate tuition
£16,320 per year
- Postgraduate Certificate in Education tuition
£16,320 per year
- Master's programs tuition
from £17,090 to £19,130 per year
- Master's with Advanced Practice tuition
£21,170 per year
Funding
International Undergraduate Scholarship
- Open to all new international (non-EU) entrants on the first year of a full-time undergraduate course delivered on one of our Northern Ireland campuses, commencing September 2020. - **Amount:** £2,000 scholarship applied as discount to your annual tuition fee.International Postgraduate Scholarship
- Open to all new international (non-EU) entrants on the first year of a full-time postgraduate course delivered on one of our Northern Ireland campuses, commencing September 2020. - **Amount:** £2,000 scholarship applied as a discount to your tuition fee.John J Sweeney Scholarship
- The John J Sweeney Scholarship is based at the world-renowned International Conflict Research Institute (INCORE) at Ulster University, and supports students enrolled to study full-time on the MSc in Peace and Conflict Studies , based on the Jordanstown campus (Belfast). - **Amount:** £20,000 that must be used towards the Scholar’s tuition fees. Any balance remaining may be used to purchase study materials/equipment, support course-related activities and/or in support of the Scholar’s living expenses and travel costs.
What is the cost of living near Ulster University?
| Category | Cost (in British Pound Sterling) |
|---|---|
| Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre | £810 |
| Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre | £651 |
| Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse) | £81 |
| Internet (60 Mbps unlimited) | £34 |
| Mobile phone plan (data + calls) | £13 |
| Monthly public transport pass | £64 |
| Monthly grocery basket | £149 |
| Coffee shop drink | £3 |
| Cinema or cultural event ticket | £10 |
| Gym membership | £37 |
Indicative monthly costs per person.
Data sourced from livingcost.org (Crowdsourced) and numbeo.com (Crowdsourced).
Visa requirements for Ulster University
Navigating the visa process is a crucial step in your study abroad journey. Make sure to seek guidance and support to ensure you meet all necessary requirements for your time at Ulster University.