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University of Chester

Chester , England ,United Kingdom

Music Journalism BA (Hons)

The Music Journalism degree at Chester will give you the best possible start into the fabulous world of words and music. From early on in you course, you may hear from professional writers from a range of genres, and have the opportunity to start writing and publishing reviews.

Why study this course with us?

Music professionals are involved at every stage of this degree, which focuses on real-world experiences and opportunities in music writing. Our students have enjoyed placements at Mojo and Mixmag, and our graduates have found staff positions at NME and Kerrang!

Campus Information

Parkgate Road Campus, Chester

Our historic Parkgate Road Campus in Chester has offered a wide range of courses since opening in 1839.

Intakes

  • Sep

Application Processing Time in Days: 30

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

Studying for and gaining a Psychology degree can provide students with a very good range of employable skills which enables them to become very employable psychology graduates.

Psychology students are some of the most employable in the UK as they are able to deliver skills that employers value such as:

  • Research skills: searching for and collecting information from a wide range of sources.
  • Analysis skills: being able to develop qualitative and quantitative analytical skills and using data collection methods using psychological tools.
  • Problem solving and reasoning skills: being able to identify and pose research questions and evaluate outcomes.
  • Time management skills: be able to manage time individually and be able to work effectively in a team.
  • Communication skills: be able to relate to individuals and groups of people effectively.

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

India

  • Senior Secondary School Certificate/Higher Secondary School Certificate awarded on completion of Standard XII with an overall grade of 60% or above (and 60% in a specific subject, if required) from the following boards:
    • Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)
    • Council for Indian School Certificate Examination (CISCE)
    • International General Certificate of Secondary Education ( IGCSE)
    • National Institute of Open School
  • Senior Secondary School Certificate/Higher Secondary School Certificate awarded on completion of Standard XII with an overall grade of 65% or above (and 65% in a specific subject, if required) from the following boards:
    • - Punjab
    • - Haryana
    • - Uttar Pradesh
    • - Bihar
    • - Chhattisgarh
    • - Gujarat
    • - Jharkhand
    • - Rajasthan
    • - Uttarkhand
  • 3 Year Diploma (from a State Board of Technical Education) with an overall grade of 60% or above.

Bangladesh

  • HSC holders
  • 2 year Bachelor's degree from a recognized institution
  • 2-4 year relevant Bachelor's degree from a recognized institution will be considered for advanced entry

Nepal

  • HSSC
  • 2 year Bachelor degree from a recognized institution may be considered for 2nd-year entry
  • 3 year Bachelor degree from a recognized institution may be considered for 3rd-year entry

English Language Requirements

  • IELTS Academic: Undergraduate: 6.0 (no less than 5.5 in any band)
  • Postgraduate: 6.5 (no less than 5.5 in any band)

Foundation Year
Successful completion of Standard 12 with 55% or above

  • Course Code: PW53
  • Course Type: Full Time
  • Course Level: Bachelors/UG Degree
  • Duration: 03 Year  
  • Total Tuition Fee: 38250 GBP
    Average Cost of Living: 13632 GBP /year
    Application Fee: N/A
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