This course is available in Clearing. If you have submitted an application, you can add this course. If you haven’t sent us an application yet, you can do this until 24th September 2025.
University of East London has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
In a city where football legends and rising stars meet, this course offers direct access to the stories that shape the world of sports. This course offers students a comprehensive exploration of sports journalism, blending practical skills with theoretical insights into reporting, writing, and multimedia storytelling. By highlighting the vibrant sports culture of East London, we offer unparalleled access to local teams, athletes, events, and industry professionals, creating an exceptional and immersive learning experience. Throughout the course, students will develop essential journalistic skills, including research, interviewing, and content production, while gaining insight into the stories, business dynamics, and cultural significance that drive the world of sports. Students will explore how sports shape societies, influence public opinion, and intersect with global trends, all while refining their ability to craft compelling narratives across various media platforms. East London's rich sports culture serves as a vibrant backdrop for hands-on experiences, providing students with direct exposure to one of the UK's most exciting and diverse sporting regions. Our strong connections within the local sports community provide students with valuable networking opportunities, access to exclusive events, and hands-on experiences with renowned athletes, coaches, and sports media professionals. By the end of the course, students will be well-prepared to pursue a career in sports journalism, equipped with a portfolio that showcases their skills and knowledge of the sports industry. Whether it's covering live events, producing multimedia content, or analysing the latest sports trends, this course will prepare you for the fast-paced and ever-evolving world of sports journalism.
Modules
Foundation Year: Creative and Technology Industries Study Skills, Mental Wealth and Professional Fitness, Creative Industries in Practice (project), Media and Communication Skills, Creative and Technology Industries Data Skills. Year 1: Making Media 1 (Core), Introduction to Sports Journalism (Core), Law Ethics and Regulation (Core), Making Media 2 (Core), News Writing (Core), Career Research (Mental Wealth) (Core) Year 2: Creative Business (Core), Multimedia Sports Reporting (Core), Sports In Context (Core), Live Reporting and Studio Coverage (Core), Data Storytelling (Core), Writing for Sports (Mental Wealth) (Core) Year 3: Research Project Planning (Core), Virtual Futures (Core), Brand Building (Option), Brand Management (Option), Social Media Marketing (Option), Research Project: Development and Completion (Core), Showcase (Mental Wealth) (Core).
Assessment method
The Sports Journalism course is assessed through coursework. Coursework will include practical outcomes, e.g written assignments, podcasts or research-based assignments, individual or group-based films, presentations. The approximate percentages for this course are: 100% coursework You'll always receive, in-person, written or audio feedback, outlining your strengths and how you can improve. We aim to provide feedback on assessments within 15 working days.
How to apply
29Jan
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:
- P502
- Institution code:
- E28
- Campus name:
- Docklands Campus
- Campus code:
- A
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
- Year 2
- Year 3
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 112 points
A level - BBC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DMM
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - D*D*
For detailed information on entry requirements for our courses, please see the individual course pages. We consider a range of UK and worldwide qualifications at the appropriate level and also take relevant work experience into account when considering an application. Many courses have a Foundation Year option for those students whose qualifications do not meet the BA or BSc entry requirements. Applicants should have, or be working towards, grade C in GCSE English and Mathematics (or equivalent Level 2 qualification such as Functional Skills Level 2 in English and Mathematics or Key Skills Level 2 in Application of Number and Communication) Entry requirements are intended only as a guide for applicants. They are not a guarantee of an offer, nor of the conditions that may apply. When making a decision on your academic suitability, we will make an assessment of you as an individual and will use information other than qualifications; which may include predicted grades, performance at Level 2, relevant work experience, previous study at degree level, personal statement, references and any portfolio, written test or interview, to make our decision. If you have any questions, please contact a member of our Applicant Relations Team from Monday to Friday (9am–5pm) on +44 (0) 20 8223 3333 or https://uel.ac.uk/about/contact-us
Student Outcomes
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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 |
| International | £15560 | 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
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
University of East London
Docklands Campus
4-6 University Way
Newham
E16 2RD
Course contact details
Visit our course pageApplicant Relations Team
0208 223 3333