Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Sport Journalism

at University of Bedfordshire - Luton Campus United Kingdom

Overview

The growth and commercialisation of sport and rapid development of digital and social media tools makes sports journalism an exciting and fast-moving branch of the industry. This specialist course gives you the skills you need to be a 21st-century sports journalist.

Learn the core practical skills of journalism and how to apply them to a sports specialism using traditional research and writing as well as new and developing media forms.

Sharpen these skills with an in-depth understanding of the political, social, historical and economic sporting environment - as well as the legal and ethical frameworks journalists work within - adding depth and authority to your reporting.

You benefit from studying with a team of industry specialists in both sports reporting and general journalism, across a range of platforms, and have opportunities to hear from leading academics, sports participants and masterclass speakers from the worlds of both sport and media.

Why choose this course?

  • Gain core communication and multimedia skills that are highly valued across a range of graduate industries
  • Put your skills into practice via real-life sports reporting assignments
  • Explore opportunities for work experience within radio, television, print and online journalism
  • Develop a portfolio of work and contacts while honing your skills through regular news days
  • Report from your first year for our news website and present your own show on our community radio station, Radio Lab
  • There’s the option to take this course over four years and benefit from a fee-free industry placement (see below) where you gain experience, build your CV and make contacts for the future
  • If you need a step into the full degree, you can start with a Foundation Year (see below) which guarantees entry to the Undergraduate course
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36

Duration

University of Bedfordshire - Luton Campus

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Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Sport Journalism Assistant Fee

$13500

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Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Sport Journalism Admissions Requirements

  • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted for this program, students must have Standard XII Higher Secondary Certificate.

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30

Application Processing Days

Full Time On Campus

Program Intensity

Under Graduate

Program Level

36

Duration

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