Department of Journalism, Publishing and Media

Home to the Writers' Centre, Kingston, a literary cultural centre dedicated to creative writing in all its forms, our students join a community of outstanding writers, journalists, publishers, academics, writers in residence and guest speakers. You'll study in a friendly, intellectually challenging environment which will help you to develop the skills and insights to help you succeed in your career.

Subjects in the Department of Journalism, Publishing and Media

Journalism and publishing

Our journalism and publishing courses provide you with a variety of traditional and new media skills and knowledge to prepare you for a career in these industries. 

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Media and communication

Media students learn from real life experts like broadcaster Samira Ahmed (Channel 4 news), award-winning producer and director James Jones and film producer Robert Jones, whose credits include Dirty Pretty Things and Gosford Park.

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Journalism, publishing and media news and activities

Kingston University announces six-book shortlist for next Big Read

23 Feb 2023

Former Sunday Times journalist who played instrumental role in exposing Thalidomide scandal recognised with honorary doctorate from Kingston University

18 Jan 2023

Blast off for Kingston University Big Read as interstellar coming-of-age novel named as this year's title

26 May 2022

85-year-old Member of House of Lords extols benefits of lifelong learning as he collects PhD from Kingston University

24 May 2022

Big Read author Okechukwu Nzelu: '‘Sharing my book with Kingston University students has been such a gift"

22 Dec 2021

Kingston University film expert reflects on reasons behind Squid Game becoming most-watched programme on Netflix in 2021

21 Dec 2021

Award-winning debut novel by Okechukwu Nzelu set to bring joy to Kingston University students as part of Big Read

24 May 2021

Broadcaster Emily Maitlis reveals how she navigates pressures of social media at Kingston University Big Read author event

10 Feb 2021

Kingston University graduate Nadine Kaadan makes BBC's list of 100 inspiring and influential women of 2020 for championing inclusivity in children's books

17 Dec 2020

Kingston University supports military personnel and their families by signing the Armed Forces Covenant

6 Nov 2020

Kingston University shortlisted for Times Higher Education awards

24 Sep 2020

Kingston University art students create inspirational animation film for young refugee project

3 Aug 2020

Award-winning broadcaster Emily Maitlis chosen as next Kingston University Big Read with Airhead book

5 May 2020

Next chapter of Kingston University's Big Read project reveals six shortlisted page turners

17 Feb 2020

Best-selling author Rachel Joyce reveals how the imaginary world of books can create a safe haven during Kingston University Big Read campus visits

19 Nov 2019

Should a Theresa May memoir be released? Experts at Kingston University create novel formula to guide publishers on the potential success or failure of political biographies

6 Aug 2019

Leading judge and chair of landmark public inquiry in to journalism Sir Brian Leveson awarded Kingston University honorary degree

25 Jul 2019

Inspirational entrepreneurs, campaigners for justice and industry pioneers to be recognised with honorary awards from Kingston University

16 Jul 2019

Four Kingston University subjects secure 100 per cent for overall satisfaction in this year's National Student Survey

3 Jul 2019

Kingston University named one of top 50 in country in Guardian league tables – rising 10 places in national newspaper's latest rankings

7 Jun 2019

Award-winning debut novel by Rachel Joyce becomes this year's Kingston University Big Read book as project celebrates fifth birthday

24 Apr 2019

Sir Brian Leveson hails Kingston University's online archive of landmark public inquiry in to journalism during Discover Leveson project launch event

4 Apr 2019

Kingston University to host seminar to inform future teachers about the needs of Forces children

11 Feb 2019

Kingston University fashion graduate and Harper's Bazaar editor-in-chief Glenda Bailey named Dame in New Year's Honours

3 Jan 2019

Discover Leveson – Kingston University's new online archive of landmark public inquiry offers unique insight into journalism and society

6 Dec 2018

From cell biology to self-identity – Kingston University pharmacy academic has first novel published

1 Nov 2018

Acclaimed author Gail Honeyman enthrals fans of bestseller Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine during Kingston University Big Read event

29 Oct 2018

Kingston University graduate wins competition to design Instagram logo for Iris Murdoch Society

10 Oct 2018

Kingston University academic Dr Alison Baverstock's contribution to publishing education recognised with National Teaching Fellowship

30 Aug 2018

Times Higher Education ranks Kingston University in top 200 young institutions across the globe

8 Jun 2018

Kingston University student scoops Association for Publishing Education prize for work examining demand for books for autistic children

12 Apr 2018

Stephen Lawrence case: Kingston University Professor Brian Cathcart examines significance of Daily Mail coverage ahead of 25th anniversary of teenager's murder

15 Mar 2018

Esteemed music producer Tony Visconti shares tips on working with artists including David Bowie and Marc Bolan during Kingston University masterclass

14 Mar 2018

Kingston University launches new writers' centre where globe's top creative talent can share expertise with students and wider community

26 Oct 2017

Guardian University Guide names Kingston University a top institution for fashion, journalism and publishing in latest rankings

16 May 2017

Fake news: Why the future of journalism lies in earning and deserving the trust of the public

15 Mar 2017

Leading US journalism educator Debora Wenger receives first PhD by Prior Publication from Kingston University's School of Humanities

3 Feb 2017

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Head of Department of Journalism, Publishing and Media: Beth Brewster.

Department of Journalism, Publishing and Media undergraduate course administrator: Karen Hobbs.

Department of Journalism, Publishing and Media postgraduate course administrator: Kathryn Davies.

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