Course summary
The new MA in Sports Communication and Journalism offers a syllabus that combines a practical and academic study of contemporary professional communication, journalism and public relations in a sports-related context. Studying this course will help you into a career as a sports communications professionals who can identify a strong story, develop its narrative, bring it to life with videography and still images by filming and editing the raw footage, and understand how to effectively distribute this content to an existing and potential fan-base. The programme allows graduates to develop invaluable and desirable professional communications, journalism and digital media skills for careers in sports management, as well as creating a portfolio of work that can be shared with prospective employers in business, journalism, public relations, broadcasting, advertising and marketing. Visit our website for more information on fees, scholarships, postgraduate loans and other funding options to study at Swansea University.
Modules
You study a set number of optional 20-credit modules before taking a 60-credit dissertation project of your choosing. Modules include video and documentary making, professional and promotional writing, global media, the business and politics of digital media.
Entry requirements
The typical entry requirement is a first degree, normally a lower second (average 55 per cent) or above or equivalent professional experience. Overseas students are expected to possess an IELTS score of 6.5. An interview with the Programme Director may be required in some instances.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
Additional fee information
For the latest fee information, please check the individual course page on our website. Our full range of programmes are listed here: https://www.swansea.ac.uk/undergraduate/courses/
Further information on tuition fees can be found here: https://www.swansea.ac.uk/undergraduate/fees-and-funding/tuition-fees/
Provider information
Swansea University
Singleton Park
Swansea
SA2 8PP