Media and Journalism
With courses designed in partnership with the BBC and industry-standard facilities, Media and Journalism at BCU develops creative professionals ready to contribute to the industry from day one.
BBC partnership
Study media courses developed and delivered in partnership with the BBC.
State-of-the-art facilities
including our industry-standard TV studios, one of the largest green screen studios in the UK, and six radio studios.
31,000+ students
from around 120 countries study at BCU.
TEF Gold
BCU was awarded the highest possible rating of Gold for Student Experience in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023.
Create stories that get people talking. Experiment with new formats. Question how media shapes the world around you. At BCU, you’ll develop your creative voice and the practical skills to turn your ideas into work you’re proud to share.
Across our media courses, you’ll build a grounding in the fundamentals of your discipline, giving you the knowledge and confidence to play, experiment, make and create. You’ll think critically about the media, develop your professional skills and collaborate with others to build a portfolio that showcases your talent.
You’ll learn with academic staff who bring first-hand industry experience and research expertise to your course. They’ll help you connect your ideas with professional practice, with opportunities to hear from guest speakers, take on live projects, gain mentoring and explore work placements.
Our media offering also includes new courses developed in partnership with the BBC, with the first launching in September 2027. These courses draw on BBC industry insight to help you develop the skills employers need across journalism, content creation, production and broadcast technology.
Our Courses
Foundation Year courses
Our Foundation Years offer you an additional year of study to ensure progression to your chosen degree.
Undergraduate courses
Find out about our range of undergraduate courses for Media and Journalism.
Postgraduate courses
Take a look at the Media and Journalism postgraduate courses and research degrees available.
Explore BCU
Take a virtual tour of your subject facilities and spaces that would be part of your daily life as a student at Birmingham City University.
Our Research
Birmingham Centre for Media and Cultural Research delivers rigorous, modern research through its associated clusters and centres, specialising in a range of disciplines from Journalism Studies, to TV and Audiences, Diaspora Studies and Creative Industries.
Explore Media and Journalism
Facilities
Take a look around some of the facilities, studios and workshops that you’ll have access to.
Our staff
When you study your architecture or design degree with us, you will enjoy a wealth of expertise from those in your relevant field.
Our graduates
Our alumni can be found up and down the UK, in countless different roles and companies.
Working in Industry
We have dynamic connections with a diverse range of industry professionals, thriving businesses and heritage sites.
Blog
Check out our blog where we share our experiences, stories and the latest news in Media and Journalism.
Inspired Festival
Inspired Festival is a showcase of work from students from the Faculty of Arts, Design and Media.
Find out more
News
There is always something happening around the University and our latest news is a great way to find out what's going on.
Placements
You may be required to undertake a placement as part of your course, or offered the opportunity to do so voluntarily during your time at BCU.
Living in Birmingham
Whether you’re moving to Birmingham or you’re a Brummie at heart, there’s so much to student life here to explore, no matter which campus you're based at.
Open Days
The best way to explore what's on offer is to come and see us. Our in-person events provide the perfect opportunity to chat to our staff and students, and check out our state-of-the-art facilities.
More information
Student information
Learn how to apply for a place on one of our courses, check out our student accommodation and discover more about services that will enable you to gain the most from your studies.
Student informationGo Abroad
Whatever you want to achieve, going abroad will give you the skills, knowledge and experience to make a difference to your future.
Go AbroadFunding
We're here to help you with any questions or problems you may have, both before and during your time as a student here. Fees, funding, budgeting, money management - we can help you get to grips with it all.
Financial informationInternational
You’ll find a diverse and welcoming environment at Birmingham City University. We’re a modern and dynamic international university, with staff, students and alumni from more than 100 countries. With 30,000 students in the second largest city in the UK.
International study information