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BA Journalism and Criminology

The University of Essex
Full-time4 YearsSubject: Communications and Media
Course Score
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Graduate Salary
N/A
Satisfaction
78%
Degree Completion
55%
Professional Jobs
N/A
Meaningful Work
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About The Essex

Ranked in the QS Top 500 (2025) at #472. A recognised international research university.

What Students Say

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The curriculum is highly engaging. An impressive 81% of students found this course to be consistently intellectually stimulating.

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Marking and assessment is viewed as largely fair, with 79% of cohorts agreeing exams and essays were graded appropriately.

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Academic support is accessible; 72% of students stated good advice was readily available when evaluating their module options.

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Course organization structure is perfectly solid. Over 85% say the timetables were well-organized and running smoothly.

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The community feel here is incredible. 91% of students agreed that they truly feel part of a community of staff and students.

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The Students' Union does a massive amount of work here. 53% of us feel they effectively represent our academic interests.

Student Living Costs

East of England
Est. Annual Total
Β£11,400
*Based on NatWest Student Index
Monthly BreakdownΒ£950
RentΒ£600
GroceriesΒ£200
Bills & TransportΒ£150
Average PintΒ£4.50

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