Sports Journalism

Sheffield Hallam University
Postgraduate MA Full-time 1 Year Digital media, production, and technologyPR and communicationsJournalism

About this course

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Course summary

This course aims to provide you with the professional skills and knowledge required for a career in sports journalism and sports media.

You will learn how to research, write and present sports-based news, commentary and features to a high standard across print, online and broadcast platforms.

You will also develop an understanding of sports media and the ethical, legal and regulatory context in which sports journalists work.

How you learn

All our courses are designed around a set of key principles based on engaging you with the world, collaborating with others, challenging you to think in new ways, and providing you with a supportive environment in which you can thrive.

You will be encouraged to develop your skills as a reflective practitioner in a supportive learning environment.

You learn through

  • Lectures

  • Seminars

  • Interactive workshops

  • Tutorials and academic advising

  • Formative and summative assessment

  • Independent study

  • Teamwork

  • Guest speakers from sports journalism and sports media

    Applied learning

    The course is delivered by a team of journalists and media practitioners with a strong commitment to practical sports journalism teaching. The teaching team includes journalists who have worked for BBC News, ITV News, Yorkshire Post and Sheffield Star and have freelance experience in journalism and public relations.

    We develop connections with regional sports clubs to be able to offer opportunities for students to experience press conferences, player interviews and match-reporting.

    Networking opportunities

    The team draws on industry links including with alumni to provide guest speakers and visits as well as to support you in finding work experience. A recent initiative has seen former students working in sports media returning for question-and-answer sessions where they have given advice on work experience, job-hunting and career progression.

    • Study Options

    This course is available in 2 study options:

    Part-time

    Duration: 2 Years

    Qualification: MA

    Location: Sheffield

    Full-time Shown above

    Duration: 1 Year

    Qualification: MA

    Location: Sheffield

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    3412 Authors, writers and translators
    3417 Photographers, audio-visual and broadcasting equipment operators
    2141 Web design professionals
    3416 Arts officers, producers and directors
    2142 Graphic and multimedia designers
    2492 Newspaper and periodical broadcast journalists and reporters

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    Course Details

    Qualification
    MA
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    1 Year
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Sheffield
    Scheme
    Postgraduate
    Subjects
    Digital media, production, and technology, PR and communications, Journalism

    Offered by

    Sheffield Hallam University

    Sheffield

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