BA in Journalism
at University of Leeds, Leeds

3.9 /5

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BA in Journalism
at
University of Leeds
Overview

The University of Leeds is a popular destination among international UG students interested in starting BA in Journalism from abroad. The program lasts for a duration of 3 years. The BA in Journalism program is considered part of the top ranked courses in UK. Candidates interested in pursuing the course must meet the eligibility criteria & secure valid scores in exams such as IELTS, TOEFL, PTE and Duolingo. The interested students should fill the form as soon as possible because the application window opens for a short time only. The first year tuition fee for BA in Journalism at University of Leeds is around Pound 26,500 (INR 3,426,450). Students must also plan for some other additional costs over the duration of studies such as rent, groceries, books, health insurance, etc. The average estimated cost of living at University of Leeds is around Pound 8,029 (INR 1,038,150).

Duration	3 years
Tuition & Fees	₹33.33 Lakh Get Fees details
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Course Level	UG Degree

BA in Journalism

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Overview
Fees
Entry Requirements
Application Process
Rankings
Placements
Highlights
Scholarships

BA in Journalism
at
University of Leeds
Fees

The fee structure for the BA in Journalism at the University of Leeds covers the first-year tuition fees along with other additional charges, including the Books and supplies charges, facilities cost and many more offered by the University of Leeds. Other than tuition costs, students need to pay living expenses that cover various factors like rent, food, transportation, utility, and other personal expenses. The average cost of living is Pound 8,029 (INR 1,038,150). The total tuition fees for the first year of BA in Journalism is Pound 26,500 (INR 3,426,450).

Find more details about University of Leeds BA in Journalism on the fee breakup, from the table mentioned below.

1st year tuition fees

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Tuition & fees	INR 33,33,243
Application Fee	INR 3,396

Other expenses in 1st Year

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Hostel & Meals	INR 10,09,910
Insurance	INR 97,607

Calculated at the exchange rate of 1 Pound = INR 125.78276 | Tuition & expenses were last updated on 15ᵗʰ September 2025

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BA in Journalism
at
University of Leeds
Entry Requirements

Requirements for 12th grade Lock Icon

60%
Subjects includes one arts, humanities or social science subject. Excluding general studies and critical thinking.

Applicants must have passed 12th Standard with 60-85% overall average, including 75-90% in two relevant subjects

TOEFL

No specific cutoff mentioned

PTE

Marks - 64/90
With no less than 60 in each component.

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IELTS

Marks - 6.5/9
with no less than 6.0 in any component

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Duolingo

No specific cutoff mentioned

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BA in Journalism
at
University of Leeds
Application Process

Step one

Prepare documents for application

LOR

Two written recommendation from a teacher, adviser or professional who knows the applicant academically is required

Step two

Additional documents required

Academic transcript
Language proficiency scores
A copy of passport
Personal Statement required of 4000 characters, which should answer the questions below:
- Why you’d like to study a particular course or subject
- What skills and experience you possess that show your passion for

Step three

Start your online application

https://www.ucas.com/

Step four

Application fees for this course

Pound 20 = INR 2.53 Thousand

Mode of payment: Credit card, Debit card

Applicants can pay their tuition fee in two installments:-

50% before or on the day of registration
50% on 14 February 2020 by direct debit from a UK current account

BA in Journalism
at
University of Leeds
Rankings

Course Ranking

University Ranking

Rank	Rank Publisher
#3	Journalism The Guardian, 2027
#6	Communication and Media Studies The Complete University Guide, 2027

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BA in Journalism
at
University of Leeds
Placements

Particulars	Statistics (2022)
Average earning after 1 year	Pound 23,000
Average earning after 3 years	Pound 24,500
Average earning after 5 years	Pound 30,500
Internship Available	Yes, Students will undertake a three-week placement in the broadcasting industry Students will gain hands-on experience in a working newsroom – placements can range from working in daily radio, TV an Read more Students will undertake a three-week placement in the broadcasting industry Students will gain hands-on experience in a working newsroom – placements can range from working in daily radio, TV and online output to documentary production companies Students also have the option to apply to take a placement year module with organisations across the public, private and voluntary sectors in the UK, or overseas

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University of Leeds
Students Ratings & Reviews

3.9/5

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Student Views (Based on Reviews)

57% students never faced discrimination in this university

Vibe of Campus

Academically oriented

Friendly

Multi-dimensional

Fun loving

Internships3.2

Part time work3.8

Post study jobs3.3

Quality of faculty4.5

Student Life4.5

Value for money3.8

Public transportation4.4

Safety4.4

Indian Food4.3

Permanent Immigration3.2

Anonymous

BSc Accounting and Finance - Batch of 2026

3.7

An Experience Worth Having

Tips: Students should be prepared to self-study. The university offers a good learning environment, but it’s important to manage your time and make the most of the societies they provide while balancing your studies. Adjusting to a new culture definitely took a little time, but I found that people are much nicer there and help is available for anything that you could ask for. Overall, I’m satisfied with my university course. Studying in a new country has brought me new ambitions and helped me become independent.

Likes (Indian Food): Specifically in Leeds, I’ve found that there are multiple options for Indian food that are priced decently, and the portions are good. I prefer eating at home to save on costs, and I found that there are very few south asian grocery stores where you’ll find all the spices, vegetables, and sweets. However, there’s an increase in the number of Indian products that British grocery stores are selling nowadays.

Dislikes (Part time work): There are a decent number of on-campus jobs available on their platform Joblink, however, not all of them are suitable for a student in a full-time course. Off-campus jobs have more requirements for certain skills, and in my experience, the most common/available jobs I’ve seen for students are store clerks, baristas and bartenders. Most people can manage their part-time jobs as uni classes all end around 6 pm, until assignment season comes around. The average payout could range from 8-20 pounds an hour, from what I’ve seen.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 1000

Prepping time for classes5 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound

Reviewed on 8 Oct 2026Read more

Hiransh Depura Verified Icon

BSc International Business - Batch of 2026

3.9

a place to grow! more than just a degree.

Tips: The university offers a great student experience, but you have to be proactive and step out of your comfort zone to make the most of opportunities. Have an open mind, and try learning from people and situations to grow personally. Keep engaging in extracurriculars to have many things on your CV!

Likes (Student Life): So many things are going on in the university, across societies and clubs, that you would always have new skills to learn and, more importantly, never get bored. Plus, it's in the middle of England, so no place is too far to go. You will find opportunities to meet incredible people, and it depends on you to make the most out of those opportunities.

Dislikes (Post study jobs): The jobs are reducing, and because of that, more students are completing them than ever. You need to have previous experience to get a good job. It's becoming a bit hard to get jobs as an international student because of visa issues, and the situation gets worse with an education in graduate visa duration.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 1100

Prepping time for classes6 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound 26925

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2026Read more

Anonymous

Global Supply Chain Management MSc - Batch of 2025

3.4

Good uni but no uni life.

Tips: The university has a good ranking but lacks a lot of facilities. Very few interaction activities. Facilities are decent enough, but I would say there are no activities where you could connect with other students across campus. Also, I personally felt 1 year is way too little to complete your M.Sc. You don't get to explore very much.

Likes (Indian Food): The food options are plentiful enough, and in the supermarket too you get almost everything and of the best quality. The city is easy to travel in, as it is not a very big city and mostly students are in the city. You get a good crowd nearby, and almost all the brands are also available. All areas have a supermarket nearby where you can shop for everything easily.

Dislikes (Internships): No internships are available over there, nor any support from the university. There is a student support department, but they could just show you the openings, which are very difficult to get. Post-study, also, the job market has crashed very badly. It's very difficult to find part-time work as well.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 1500

Prepping time for classes25 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound 25000

Reviewed on 7 Jul 2026Read more

Nandini Rakheja Verified Icon

MSc Economics - Batch of 2024

4.2

A chapter which transformed me into who I am today

Tips: If you're heading to Leeds, you need to show up ready to hit the ground running from day one. You can't just coast through this—you genuinely have to be proactive, get yourself to every single lecture, and take the seminars and mock exams completely seriously if you want to stay afloat. The workload demands that you build a solid daily reading habit early on, otherwise, the massive amount of material will pile up and bury you before you even realize it. Look, it's a massive grind. But if you actually put the work in, it pays off big time and leaves you completely set up for whatever you want to do next.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 575

Prepping time for classes21 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound 33525

Reviewed on 26 Jun 2026Read more

Anonymous

MSc in Organizational Psychology and Business - Batch of 2025

3.2

An honest review of my year at University of Leeds

Tips: Look, the University of Leeds is a solid institution, and there are plenty of chances to push yourself out of your comfort zone and really test your limits. But you need to hear this upfront: it is entirely on you to actually go out and hunt those opportunities down, because nobody is going to spoon-feed them to you. Those extra initiatives are the exact experiences that actually make your time here worthwhile. Aside from that, everything else—like the lectures, the campus facilities, and the daily coursework—is pretty standard uni stuff. My one big letdown was the crowd; I came here expecting my peers to really challenge me and push me intellectually, but that just didn't happen. Honestly, it was a bit disappointing on that front, so just be prepared to find your own drive.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 1000

Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound

Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026Read more

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BA in Journalism
at
University of Leeds
Highlights

Ranked 2nd in the UK for Communication & media Studies (CUG 2020), (Good University Guide 2020)
Ranked 9th in the UK for Media and Film Studies (Guardian)
Ranked 22nd in the world for Communication & Media studies (QS 2019)
Other programmes available include:- Communication & Media BA, Digital Media BA, Fulm, Photography and Media BA
This course gives students the knowledge, skills and networks to pursue an exciting career in the multimedia world of journalism
Students will also complete a work placement to gain experience of a working newsroom and put their skills into practice
Students will also learn how to spot and investigate a story and then write, produce, record and edit their own stories in our cutting-edge studios, editing rooms and media suites