BA (Hons) Sports Journalism (Accelerated) at University Academy 92

Programme overview

The 2-year Accelerated BA (Hons) Sports Journalism degree will give you the exact same skills and knowledge as our standard 3-year degree, only quicker! From breaking news coverage to in-depth editorial pieces, you will develop the technical expertise to deliver engaging content. In just two years, you’ll learn what it means to be a sports journalist and operate professionally within the relevant laws, regulations, and codes of practice.

Faculty: World of Media | Duration: 2 years full-time (accelerated) | Study mode: full-time (accelerated) | Intake: September, January, April | Location: Manchester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Level 4: Media, Technology and Culture; Communication Techniques and Creating Content; Media Production; Introduction to Sports Journalism. Level 5: Sports Journalism and Broadcasting; Media Narratives; Audio and Video Production; News journalism. Level 6: Media Law and Ethics; Advanced Sports Journalism; Data Journalism; Final Project.

Career pathways

As a sports journalism graduate, you’ll be ready to take on the opportunities and tackle the challenges of the fast-paced field of sports media. With an accelerated degree, you’ll be ready to kickstart your journalism career within 2 years.

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Application information

Entry requirements

104 UCAS points (A Levels BCC; BTEC National Extended Diploma DMM; BTEC Diploma D*D; T Levels M; Scottish Advanced Highers AB; IB 28 points with 14 from Higher Level Subjects). 5 GCSEs at Grade C/4 or above including English Language (Functional Skills Level 2 English and Maths accepted). Non-tariff qualifications and work/life experience are considered individually, and a Contextual Admissions Policy applies. International: IELTS 6.5 overall with no section lower than 5.5. UCAS code P990.

Domestic applicants: GBP 11,750 a year (2026/27). UK students starting an accelerated degree in September or November 2026 Source

International applicants: GBP 25,447 a year (2026/27). Accelerated degree (two years), fee from September 2026; fixed for course duration for international students Source

Intake: September, January, April

Duration: 2 years full-time (accelerated)

Apply through the official page: https://ua92.ac.uk/study-with-us/undergraduate/apply-to-ua92/how-to-apply/

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