Shape the way we see the world.
Our Journalism courses are informed by the latest research and industry input, providing real-life application. Our links with local and national television, newspapers, magazines, radio stations, and voluntary organisations all open the classroom up to the cultural life of the city and beyond. You’ll leave NTU with a range of multimedia skills needed in today’s media industry!
Ready to take the next steps in your future?
Top reasons to choose Journalism at NTU
1) Study at a leading journalism university
NTU is 7th in the UK for the number of UG students in Media, journalism and communications (HESA 2023/24).
2) Our state-of-the-art facilities
Our Centre for Broadcasting and Journalism (CBJ) is one of the largest newsrooms in the country. Here you'll gain the knowledge and skills you need for a rewarding career in the sector.
3) Shape your degree, your way
Specialise with optional modules including, sports, news, fashion, photography, podcasting or celebrity journalism.
4) Top-rated learning
50% practical, 50% theory - you'll back up your practical skills with theory and knowledge of best practice, media law and shorthand.
Accredited courses
Our accreditation ensures that our courses are independently regulated and aligned to closely match industry requirements.
A message from one of our current students
As a Journalism student at NTU, you'll be inspired to shape the way we see the world. Journalism holds the power to change minds, give voice to the unheard, and even spark movements.
When you study here, you’ll train in our Centre for Broadcasting & Journalism - one of the largest student newsrooms in the UK - using industry-standard studios and real-world briefs. With expert tutors and strong connections to local and national media, you’ll graduate with the multimedia skills, ethical grounding, and confidence to make your mark.
That’s why being a student at NTU isn’t just an experience - it’s where you become the storyteller the world needs.
Centre for Broadcasting & Journalism
Your first stop on the road to becoming a professional and ethical journalist is our Centre for Broadcasting and Journalism, Rated 5 Stars in the QS Stars University Rankings.
With one of the largest newsrooms in the country, the latest tech and supportive technicians and tutors, you'll learn the confidence you need to be comfortable in any news studio in the world.
TV Studio, Centre for Broadcasting and Journalism
Centre for Broadcasting and Journalism - TV Studio
TV Gallery, Centre for Broadcasting and Journalism
Centre for Broadcasting and Journalism - TV gallery
Radio Studios, Centre for Broadcasting and Journalism
Centre for Broadcasting and Journalism - radio studios
Newsroom, Centre for Broadcasting and Journalism
Centre for Broadcasting and Journalism - newsroom
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Centre for Broadcasting and Journalism
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Broadcast futures
Hear from the people that know best
The School of Social Sciences is a great place to study, but don’t just take our word for it! Hear from the people who know best — our students.
Award-winning students
Being a Journalism student at NTU means being part of a committed and exceptional student community. Our past students and alumni have been recognised at events such as the National Student Television Awards and Community Radio Awards.
Talking ‘Bout My Generation Podcast Wins Janno Media Award and Earns Runner-Up Spot at BJTC Awards
Broadcast Journalism graduate, Lucy Marshall's 'Talking ‘Bout My Generation' Podcast Wins Janno Media Award and Earns Runner-Up Spot at BJTC Awards
NTU’s Broadcast Journalism students win top industry awards as they graduate
Leading national and regional broadcast news organisations have offered work placements for graduates of BA Broadcast Journalism at Nottingham Trent University.
From the Arboretum to Arizona: the Emmy award-winning alum who owes it all to NTU
Meet Stephanie Bennett, who takes us on her journey as a journalism graduate in Nottingham, to covering news and current affairs in Phoenix Arizona.
NTU Arts & Humanities student wins national award for photography
BA (Hons) Journalism 3rd year student, Reagan Yip picked up the prize for Best Student Photographer at this month’s SPANC 23
Learn a language for free alongside your studies
From beginner to advanced level, you can learn a language for free with the University Language Programme.
University Language Programme
Learn a new language alongside your study. You can learn a totally new language or improve the skills you already have.
Explore your campus
Take a student-led tour of City Campus.
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What else you need to know about studying at NTU
Why study at NTU?
NTU is one of the most popular universities in the UK – find out why we should be your next step.
Fees and funding
Everything you need to know about fees and funding while you’re at university, including tuition fees and living costs, how you’ll pay for your studies, and bursaries and scholarships.
Accommodation
We make accommodation easy. Our halls of residence are secure, inclusive of all bills, and within easy reach of campuses and amenities, giving you more time to focus on your studies, settling in, and making friends.
Student life
University is about so much more than just your studies. Everything’s on offer here — there’s sport, art, music, food, and so much more.