Sports Journalism
University of Chester
UCAS Code: P590 | Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
University of Chester
UCAS Code: P590 | Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Entry requirements
A level
104 UCAS points from GCE A Levels or equivalent. Typical offer - BCC/CCC
Access to HE Diploma, to include 45 credits at level 3, 30 of which must be at Merit
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Scottish Higher
T Level
UCAS Tariff
104 UCAS points from GCE A Levels or equivalent. Typical offer - BCC/CCC
About this course
On our Sports Journalism degree course, you will study the dynamic worlds of both creative journalism and professional sports. You will explore the power and reach of digital, written and broadcast media, and discover how they shape people’s perceptions and understanding of the fast-paced and everchanging sports industry, including its policies, ethics and controversies. On our course, you will hone your practical journalistic skills and analyse key theories, contexts, practices and emerging trends within the field of sports journalism.
You will be immersed in the world of sports journalism throughout all three years of your studies, and will become an expert in covering the action, interviewing key performers and coaches, writing articles, columns and features, and analysing games, teams, players and trends. You’ll become well-versed on how to broadcast in multiplatform environments and will begin to prepare yourself for a versatile career in sports media, whilst building professional contacts every step of the way.
Studying Sports Journalism ensures that you will become equipped with the skills to communicate the power and influence of sports, which is – and always will be – a major cultural, social and economic force that is recognised on a global scale. Sports journalism serves as a critical bridge between the sports industry and the public, shaping how events, athletes and issues are understood and discussed. Through your work, you will learn to reflect broader societal values, such as teamwork, competition, diversity, politics, culture, economy, identity and community, whilst providing the public with accurate, engaging and insightful coverage of events, ensuring fans stay informed and connected.
BA Sports Journalism shares a common first year with students on BA Journalism, BA Music Journalism and BA Creative and Professional Writing. This means that you’ll learn alongside students studying a similar discipline, helping to broaden your knowledge and exposure to other concepts, perspectives and professions in the first year of your degree. We place a great deal of focus on working with others; you’ll work as part of a team on group projects and frequently discuss ideas and story leads with your peers and tutors. This means you'll not only widen your social and professional network but also learn new skills that will set you up for success in your industry.
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There will be an opportunity to take part in study trips, including one trip outside the UK, which may have additional costs associated with it. We do endeavour to support students who may not be able to afford to take part. The field trip is optional and students are not required to participate in order to successfully complete the course.
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