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London South Bank University (LSBU)

London, England, United Kingdom

BA (Hons) Politics with Journalism

Learn to produce engaging multimedia content, grounding your investigative pursuits in political theory, political science, political economy, area studies and international relations.

Politics with Journalism BA (Hon) brings together our established expertise in both politics and journalism to provide you with a fully-rounded education, offering you an exciting range of academic modules and topics, whilst also allowing you to develop a variety of skills valued by employers.

We offer the opportunity for all undergraduate Home/EU students to undertake a work placement, internship or work experience while studying a full-time course starting in September 2020.

Why Politics with Journalism at LSBU?

  • We’ve got great relationships with local parliamentary constituency offices, meaning placement opportunities, visits, lectures and more are possible.
  • Number 1 University in London for Academic Support, Personal Development and Learning Resources in Journalism (National Student Survey 2016).
  • We host Journalism.London, a student-led content platform for you to publish videos, audio and written news and features as well as social media and live streaming.
  • Our academics have worked professionally in the journalistic and television industries; our guest lecturers are at the forefront of contemporary journalism.

Campus Information

Southwark Campus

London South Bank University student union is located at 103 Borough Rd, London SE1 0AA.

Intakes

  • Sep Deadline: July

Application Processing Time in Days: 20

Application Process

More Information Required
10 Days
Possible Interview
10 Days
Conditional/Unconditional Offer Letter
20 Days
Visa Process
30 Days

Minimum English Language Requirements

English Level Description IELTS (1.0 -9.0) TOEFL IBT (0-120) TOEFL CBT (0-300) PTE (10-90)
Expert 9 120 297-300 86-90
Very Good 8.5 115-119 280-293 83-86
Very Good 8 110-114 270-280 79-83
Good 7.5 102-109 253-267 73-79
Good 7 94-101 240-253 65-73
Competent 6.5 79-93 213-233 58-65
Competent 6 60-78 170-210 50-58
Modest 5.5 46-59 133-210 43-50
Modest 5 35-45 107-133 36-43
Limited 4 32-34 97-103 30-36
Extremely Limited < 4 < 31 < 93 < 30

Job Opportunity Potential

Employability
You’ll be studying in the heart of London, surrounded by the politicians, policy-makers and legislative bodies that define British politics. The work placements available can help you to build your own network of contacts if you’re looking to work at various levels of government, including opportunities within foreign ministries and national UN delegations.

The skills and knowledge you’ll gain on the degree are also highly transferable and can help you move into such as teaching, the media, social work, administration, youth and community work, business, education, and psychology.

You'll also learn the traditional tools of journalism, including researching, writing, proof-reading and sub editing.

Employability Service
We are University of the Year for Graduate Employment for the second year in a row - The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2018, 2019.

At LSBU, we want to set you up for a successful career. During your studies – and for two years after you graduate – you’ll have access to our Employability Service, which includes:

  • An online board where you can see a wide range of placements: part-time, full-time or voluntary. You can also drop in to see our Job Shop advisers, who are always available to help you take the next step in your search.
  • Our Careers Gym offering group workshops on CVs, interview techniques and finding work experience, as well as regular presentations from employers across a range of sectors.

Our Student Enterprise team can also help you start your own business and develop valuable entrepreneurial skills.

PSW Opportunity

  • 2 Years PSW is applicable after completing a minimum duration of 9 months course (like- Undergraduate, Postgraduate Level)
  • 3 Years PSW is applicable after completing PhD level courses.

Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria

  • A Level BCC or:
  • BTEC National Diploma MMM or:
  • Access to HE qualifications with 9 Distinctions and 36 Merits or:
  • Equivalent Level 3 qualifications worth 106 UCAS points
  • Applicants must hold 5 GCSEs A-C including Maths and English, or equivalent (reformed GCSEs grade 4 or above).

We welcome qualifications from around the world. English language qualifications for international students: IELTS score of 6.0 or Cambridge Proficiency or Advanced Grade C.

INDIA

  • Indian Standard XII: a minimum average of 55-65% or higher (depending on exam board and LSBU course applied for)
  • 3 passes at GCE A-Level (required grades dependant on LSBU course applied for)
  • International Baccalaureate Diploma: 24 points or higher
  • Accredited UK Foundation programme: minimum 55-60% or higher
  • Accredited Polytechnic/College Diploma (2 - 3 years duration) 58% or higher

Please note that some LSBU courses require specific units/subjects at Standard XII/A Level/IB etc. See individual course entry requirements for details.

NEPAL

  • Nepal Higher Secondary Education Certificate: 60% or higher
  • 3 passes at GCE A Level: minimum grades depend on LSBU course applied for
  • International Baccalaureate Diploma: 24 points or higher
  • Accredited UK Foundation programme: 55-60% or higher
  • Accredited UK National Diploma: Upper or Lower Credit
  • Diploma from Tribhuvan University of 3 years duration: 50% or higher

Possible advanced entry or top-up

  • Accredited UK Higher National Diploma (Possible second year or top-up entry): Upper or Lower Credit

Please note that some LSBU courses require specific units/subjects at HSEC/A Level/IB etc. See individual course entry requirements for details.

BANGLADESH

  • Bangladesh Higher Secondary Certificate: 80%/CGPA 4.5/5.0 or higher
  • 3 passes at GCE A-Level (required grades dependant on LSBU course applied for)
  • International Baccalaureate Diploma: 24 points or higher
  • Accredited UK Foundation programme: minimum 55-60% or higher
  • Accredited UK National Diploma (Upper or Lower Credit)

Possible advanced entry or top-up

  • Accredited UK Higher National Diploma (Possible second year or top-up entry): Upper or Lower Credit

Please note that some LSBU courses require specific units/subjects at HSC/Level/IB etc. See individual course entry requirements for details.

SRI LANKA

  • Sri Lankan A Levels: Typically three A-Level passed at grade C or higher
  • 3 passes at GCE A-Level (required grades dependant on LSBU course applied for)
  • International Baccalaureate Diploma: 24 points or higher
  • Accredited UK Foundation programme: minimum 55-60% or higher
  • Accredited UK National Diploma: Upper or Lower Credit
  • Accredited Sri Lankan National Diploma: Upper or Lower Credit

*Possible advanced entry or top-up

  • Accredited UK Higher National Diploma (Possible second-year entry or top-up): Upper or Lower Credit
  • Accredited Sri Lankan Higher National Diploma (Possible second year or top-up entry): Upper – Lower Credit

Please note that some LSBU courses require specific units/subjects at A Level/IB etc. See individual course entry requirements for details.

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