Course summary

You'll learn how football has established itself as a dominant global phenomenon both on and off the pitch. You'll look at current trends and topics and how football reflects the society we live in. You'll also explore cultural differences and how football journalism is affected across the world. You'll explore the business and politics that drive so many football news stories, from Super Leagues to the MLS, and importantly you'll learn how to produce multimedia content that tells these stories to a variety of audiences. You'll also have the opportunity to develop other relevant skills including commentary and production.

• Understand to a sophisticated and comprehensive level the distinct world of multi-media football journalism and its employment opportunities in related industries

• Develop industry-standard, career-focused practical skills and expertise

• Work collaboratively with other students and colleagues and demonstrate innovative and self-resourcefulness

• Create original multi-media football content across a range of platforms and formats, utilising a full range of contemporary technologies

• Research and reflect on the increasing diversity of the football landscape both in the UK and abroad.

• Research and interpret the diverse sociological, cultural economic, and political contexts of football in the UK and internationally

• Identify and understand the nature, implementation and benefits of diversity across the football media landscape

• Reflect critically on football research and academic enquiry

• Seek and utilise placements and work experience across a diverse range of industry settings