MA Sports Broadcast Journalism at Solent University

Bring your sports knowledge to radio, the internet or television screens for an exciting career in sports journalism. On this advanced-level course, students learn how to source, gather and deliver professional sports content on numerous different video and audio platforms across a wide variety of sports. The course also encourages students to develop their editorial and technical skills and build relationships with external clients, whilst creating a portfolio of video, audio and academic material to showcase their abilities to potential employers.

Faculty: English and journalism  |  Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: Full-time September start; Part-time September start (2027 entry)  |  Location: Southampton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules include Sports Broadcast Production, History and Context of Sports Broadcasting, Sports Documentary-making, Professional Practice and Media Law (with a 4-week professional placement), Final Major Project.

Career pathways

The course curriculum is centred on students gaining essential knowledge and practical skills in sports broadcast journalism. Suitable roles could include: Sports journalist, Newspaper or magazine content production, Online presenter/producer, Freelance broadcasting, Public relations, Digital and social media communications, Crisis management.

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