BA (Hons) Sports Journalism and Communications (Level 6) at University of Gloucestershire

Programme overview

Our graduates go on to work for the likes of The Times, CNN, Sky Sports News, The Athletic, a number of Premier League clubs and European football giants, Real Madrid. By studying this course, you’ll gain the skills and contacts needed to thrive in the sports journalism industry.

What you will study

Compulsory modules. Level 6 (final year): Ethics, Censorship and Regulation, Final Year Project/Dissertation, Presenting for Broadcasters, Journalism Trends, Media Communications and PR, Sports Data, Fantasy Sports and Esports, The Communications Professional.

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Application information

Entry requirements

HND, Diploma of Higher Education or Foundation degree Applicants should possess an HND, Diploma of Higher Education or Foundation degree. Additional requirements English Language or Literature and Maths Grade 4/C in GCSE (or equivalent) are normally required. After you apply We’ll consider your application and make a decision on your offer. After receiving an offer, you’ll be invited to an informal Meet the Lecturer chat online so you can find out more about the course and we can learn more about you. These one-to-one sessions are your chance to secure your place, regardless of grades, as we may be able to upgrade your offer if we see strong potential in you. Book your experience day Don’t m UCAS code P504.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). First-year tuition fee for the full-time course; fees increase for subsequent years. Placement-year fee charged separately. Source

International applicants: GBP 17,950 a year (2026/27). International undergraduate fee (fee band C) per taught year; 2026/27 table, inflationary uplifts may apply in later years. Source

Intake: September 2027; September 2028

Duration: 1 year full-time top-up

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