8Oct
UndergraduateCourse summary
Please check the Sheffield Hallam University website for the latest information. Course summary You will examine the ethical, legal and regulatory context in which sports journalists work and learn about the historical and cultural significance of sport. You will learn how to produce content for print, web, social media, radio and TV audiences.
- Learn how to gather, organise, write and present sports news, features and commentary to a professional standard across a variety of platforms.
- Gain a critical understanding of the historical, cultural and global context of sport
- Equip yourself with the skills necessary to enter a competitive industry as a freelance sports journalist. You will examine the ethical, legal and regulatory context in which sports journalists work and learn about the historical and cultural significance of sport. You will learn how to produce content for print, web, social media, radio and TV audiences.
- Lectures
- Seminars
- Practical sessions
Modules
Module and assessment information for future years is displayed as currently validated and may be liable to change. When selecting electives, your choices will be subject to the core requirements of the course. As a result, selections may be limited to a choice between one of two or more specified electives in some instances. You will be able to complete a placement year as part of this course. See the modules table below for further information. Year 1 Module:Audio Visual Journalism 20 Module:Media Law And Democracy 20 Module:Multimedia Storytelling 20 Module:Social Media And Web Journalism 20 Module:Sport History And Society 20 Module:Sports Reporting And Commentary 20 Year 2 Module:Ethics And Responsibility 20 Module:Media Management And Public Relations In Sport 20 Module:Radio And Sound Production 20 Module:Sports News And Features 20 Module:Tv And Video News Skills 20 Module:Football And Popular Culture 20 Module:Podcasting 20 Year 3 Module:Placement Year - Final year Module:Applied Project / Dissertation For Journalism 40 Module:Multiplatform Sports Journalism 20 Module:Digital Journalism And Data Visualisation 20 Module:Gender, Disability And Sport 20 Module:Pr And Power 20 Module:Radio Broadcasting 20 Module:Tv Journalism And Production 20
Assessment method
Coursework
How to apply
31Jan
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
Please select a course option – you will then see the application code you need to use to apply for the course.
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Foundation
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
Please note the University will only admit students who are aged 18 or over at the point of enrolment.
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
https://www.shu.ac.uk/courses/media-pr-and-journalism/ba-honours-sports-journalism/
Additional entry requirements
Other
Please note that the information provided on this web page relates to 2021 courses and is subject to change without notice by Sheffield Hallam University. Please note the University will only admit students who are aged 18 or over at the point of enrolment.
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6.5 | If English is not your first language you must have an IELTS score of 6.5 with a minimum of 5.5 in all skills or equivalent. |
Unistats information
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| EU | £15860 | Year 1 |
| International | £15860 | Year 1 |
Additional fee information
Our tuition fees for UK students starting full-time undergraduate study in 2024/2025 are regulated by the UK government and are yet to be confirmed. For an indication, our tuition fees for UK students starting full-time undergraduate study in 2023/2024 are £9,250 per year. During your placement year you will pay a reduced fee of £1,200.
Our tuition fees for International/EU students starting full-time study in 2023/24 is £15,860 per year. During your placement year you will pay a reduced fee of £1,500-£2000.
Please refer to our website for up-to-date information on costs and fees: https://www.shu.ac.uk/study-here
Sponsorship information
Scholarships, discounts and bursaries may be available to students who study this course.
Provider information
Sheffield Hallam University
City Campus
Howard Street
Sheffield
S1 1WB