22Nov
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Course summary
A Brighton Sports Journalism degree prepares you for diverse careers in print, broadcast, online media and PR within the world of sport – including roles as reporters, editors, commentators, sports broadcasters, digital content creators and media consultants. Studying here at Brighton, you’ll be part of a community that helps you grow, no matter what your background. This course is packed with opportunities to build real-world experience, including a paid placement after year two and hands-on experience with live newsrooms and sports feeds. Our inclusive approach to learning will help you go further; we’ll make sure you play to your strengths and learn in ways that suit you best. Recent graduates from this course have gone on to work at ESPN, The Football Association, Sky Sports and The Independent. Top reasons to choose this course
- The course is accredited by the NCTJ which ensures your degree is recognised by the industry and meets professional standards.
- You’ll master core journalism skills such as newswriting, live reporting, shorthand and media law.
- Boost your CV with an optional paid placement year to apply your learning in a real-world setting and gain valuable industry connections.
- Our newsroom with live sports and news feeds gives you authentic, real-life journalistic experience.
- You’ll get practical technical training in sound, filming and editing equipment, so you graduate with up-to-date media production skills.
- Gain real-world reporting opportunities – you will be interviewing sportspeople, covering live events and working with local sports organisation partners.
- Trips to top sports and media venues, including opportunities for exclusive interviews and guest lectures from leading professionals.
Modules
Year 1 You’ll gain a thorough introduction to sports journalism, covering multimedia journalism, news and ethics, shorthand, public administration and the social history of sport. Core modules Introduction to Journalism Studies Production Journalism News and Ethics Digital Sport Journalism Sport in Context The Sport Journalist's Toolkit Year 2 You’ll build on foundational skills with specialisms in sports reporting, media law, sports culture and society, plus news portfolio development. You’ll refine research, editing and reporting techniques, learn to work with different platforms and contribute to field work and live briefs. Core modules News Portfolio and Shorthand Media Law Team Media Sport Media Studies Sport Reporting Optional placement year An optional placement year gives you the chance to apply your journalism, technical and reporting skills in a professional environment, build a strong portfolio, gain confidence and establish industry contacts before your final year. Final year You’ll undertake modules covering areas such as live sport coverage, politics in sport media and critical investigation. You’ll also complete a major final project, applying your skills, ethical and legal knowledge and creative voice to work that prepares you for a career in sports media. Core modules Professional Practice Advanced Sport Journalism Critical Investigation Live Sport Coverage Politics, Power and the Sport Media
How to apply
14Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- P500
- Institution code:
- B72
- Campus name:
- Brighton
- Campus code:
- B
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
- Year 2
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 104 - 120 points
A level - BCC - BBB
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MMM - DMM
Access to HE Diploma - D: 24 credits
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 26 points
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) - H3, H3, H3, H3, H4
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6.5 | IELTS 6.5 overall, with 6.0 in writing and reading and a minimum of 5.5 in the other elements. Or equivalent English Language qualification. |
Student Outcomes
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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| EU | £17250 | Year 1 |
| International | £17250 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
The fees listed in the table above are for full-time UK undergraduate students in academic year 2025-26. You will pay further fees in each year of your course. Fees may increase each year. UK undergraduate and certain postgraduate fees are regulated by the UK government. The annual fee increase will not exceed the UK government's maximum regulated tuition fee limit set for the relevant academic year. Many of our courses include the option of a salaried placement year. Tuition fees for a placement year are charged at a lower rate of £1850. The international tuition fees listed above are for full-time courses during the academic year 2025-26. Further tuition fees are payable in each year of study. Non-regulated tuition fees, which usually apply to international students and UK postgraduate students* are subject to an annual increase of a maximum of 5% or the Consumer Prices Index (CPI), whichever is higher.
*Some designated postgraduate courses are regulated by the UK government – the annual fee increase for eligible UK / Home students on these designated courses will not exceed the UK government’s regulated tuition fee limit set for the relevant academic year.
Provider information
University of Brighton
Mithras House
Lewes Road
Brighton
BN2 4AT