About the School of Journalism, Media and Communication

Welcome to the new School of Journalism, Media and Communication at the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan), in Preston. The School has been created to combine UCLan’s existing strengths in journalism, media, film, literature, culture, communication and linguistics.

The University of Central Lancashire has brought together six of its popular subject areas to create an exciting new School in the heart of its modern Preston campus.

Film and Media

We believe our Film and Media programmes are among the most flexible on offer. You can choose from a wide range of options, including Hollywood, Indian Cinema, Extreme Cinema, Popular Television Drama and Comedy.
Visit the Film and Media website.

Journalism

We’ve taught journalism for 45 years in Preston and thousands of our graduates now work in the news and media sector.
Visit the Journalism website.

Language and Linguistics

Our Linguistics team, who are well-known for their excellent research, offer courses that explore fundamental issues such as the meaning of language and how we use it to communicate.
Visit the Language and Linguistics website.

Literature and Culture

We offer a rich portfolio of programmes in English Literature, Theatre Studies, Creative Writing, American Studies - taught by staff who are widely respected for their research activities.
Visit the Literature and Culture website.

Media Practice

We provide stimulating programmes in photography, screenwriting and a film production course that’s produced Royal Television Society award winners in three successive years.
Visit the Media Practice website.

Media Technology

We're one of the leading providers of key skills and knowledge both in digital content production and television production and have a high-spec multi-million pound Media Factory teaching facility.
Visit the Media Technology website.