13Jun
Undergraduate This course is subject to validation. You can still apply for this course while it is being approved.
University Academy 92 (UA92) has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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Course summary
The Certificate of Higher Education in Football Broadcast and Journalism will provide UA92 students with the opportunity to develop the skills and competencies required to excel in the multimedia industry of football broadcast and journalism. Students will explore content and hone suitable skills for a variety of behind-the-scenes production roles within the football broadcast industry, alongside public facing career roles, including football presenting, reporting, commentary and punditry. They will also learn how to create a range of football related multimedia content for social media, podcast, radio and television platforms. The curriculum will see learners work collaboratively with UA92 sporting and business partners to gain industry experiences, engage with the thriving football community, and play an active role in the expanding coverage of the female game, in line with UA92 values of equity and representation.
Modules
LEVEL 4 Module 1- Introduction to Sports Journalism Dive into the dynamic world of sports journalism. This module introduces the fundamental principles of journalism. You’ll explore how to craft compelling narratives across platforms and gain a foundational understanding of a journalist’s multifaceted role. You will examine the ethical principles and professional codes that underpin responsible journalism. Furthermore, you will be introduced to the study and practice of sports journalism within today’s globalised media landscape and digital age, engaging with current debates and understanding historical and professional contexts. Module 2- Introduction to Football Reporting This module will introduce you to the reporting of football. You’ll learn to craft engaging content for the sport, immersing yourself in industry-based reporting scenarios to gain an understanding of broadcast journalism. Learn how to report on football performance analytics, as well as writing for broadcast. Module 3- Introduction to Football Broadcast Explore the world behind the cameras and microphones of live football. This module will introduce you to the principles of producing engaging content for football broadcasting, as well as the technical skills that you’ll need across platforms. You will also gain practical insights into the variety of production roles and expertise within the industry. Module 4- Media, Technology and Culture You’ll reflect on your own everyday media usage, explore how rapid changes in information and communication technologies shape social, economic and cultural transformations within societies and consider issues of media production, dissemination and reception.
Assessment method
Assessment methods include: reflective reports, presentations, multimedia reporting, written assessments, portfolio, pitches and proposals. Assessment Methods (Free Text Box) While engaging with this degree you will gain theoretical understanding of the topics you are exploring, you will also have opportunities to learn, develop and demonstrate a wide range of practical and applied skills and competencies. Therefore, University Academy 92 (UA92) will incorporate practical and competency based assessment of the attainment of the module and programme intended learning outcomes, where that is appropriate. Assessments will include individual and group work which is undertaken and submitted, in a range of relevant formats, as coursework in-module. These will include reflective reports, presentations, multimedia reporting, written assessments, portfolio, pitches and proposals.
Qualified teacher status (QTS)
To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:
- Course does not award QTS
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
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:
- Year 1
International applicants
https://global.ua92.ac.uk/admission/entry-requirements/
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 64 points
A level - CC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MPP
Access to HE Diploma
English language requirements
In addition to meeting the academic criteria, if your first language isn't English, you may be asked for a recognised English language qualification. This is especially important if you are not a national of a majority English speaking country or you haven't completed a degree in English. If you are an international student, in order to obtain a student visa, you will be required to demonstrate that you have the correct level of English language competency to study in the UK.
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9790 | Year 1 |
| EU | £17728 | Year 1 |
| International | £17728 | 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
UA92 will review tuition fees each year. For UK students if Parliament permits an increase in tuition fees, UA92, along with other HEIs in England, may increase fees each year using RPI-X, subject to the maximum fee limits set out in regulations
Provider information
University Academy 92 (UA92)
UA92 Campus
Talbot Road
Trafford
Manchester
M16 0PA