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MA Sports Journalism at St Mary's University, Twickenham

St Mary's University, Twickenham, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Learn from award-winning writers, broadcasters, and academics on our hands-on Sports Journalism degree. Study to be a sports journalist on our award-winning degree that combines work experience, theory, and hands-on training. Our students get the opportunity to: write for the, Sports Gazette, network with industry professionals, produce podcasts, films, TV shows, and documentaries. secure work experience and industry placements obtain an NCTJ Diploma in Multimedia Journalism.

Duration: 1 year (full-time)  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September  |  Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules: Journalism Skills: Reporting and News Writing, Digital Sports Journalism, Media Law, Regulation and Ethics, Critical Issues in Sports Journalism, Sports Journalism Project, Sports Writing, Working in Sports Media. Optional modules include Public Affairs for Journalists, Shorthand, Data Journalism, Public Relations and Communications.

Career pathways

Our Sports Journalism degree offers one of the best routes into the industry. We will train you to become a journalist and content creator for the digital age.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Minimum previous degree: 2:1. We normally require a good degree in any discipline. English language: IELTS 7.0 overall with no less than 7.5 in writing.

Domestic applicants: GBP 12,150 a year (2026/27). September 2026 entry Source

International applicants: GBP 18,990 a year (2026/27). September 2026 entry Source

Intake: September

Duration: 1 year (full-time)

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