Multimedia Sports Journalism BA (Hons)

• Overview

  Our Multimedia Sports Journalism course is an excellent foundation for a career in sports journalism. You will be taught the practical skills needed to record, film or edit for TV or radio and learn how to be truly multimedia literate, making the most of social media and designing your own website as well as how to write for sports magazines or newspapers.

  The legal and regulatory side of the industry will be examined and you will reflect on the ethical considerations of sports coverage. News days form a central part of the course where you work to deadlines, preparing sports content for broadcast using industry standard equipment. You will also undertake work placements within the sporting industry.

  We will support you to achieve your career and study ambitions, which is why if you complete our Employability Plus Gold programme or Changemaker Gold certificate alongside your studies and if you haven’t secured full-time employment 12 months after graduating* we will secure a three – six month paid internship for you, or support you into postgraduate study.

  *with a 2:2 degree classification or higher

  TV & Radio Studio Tour

  Course

  Highlights

  • Accredited by the Broadcast Journalism Training Council (BJTC).
  • Dedicated newsroom and specialist radio equipment.
  • Benefit from strong industry connections such as BBC and ITN.
  • Take advantage of international work placements.
  • Guaranteed paid internship with the Northampton Employment Promise.

  HP Laptop and software included with this course.

  Apply Now Open Days

  
• Course Details

  An average week is a combination of lectures, seminars and a practical newsday which usually totals 16 hours of contact time per week. A news day lasts from 9am-5pm once a week. Practical work is project-based and you will be writing and sub-editing newspaper and magazine sports copy, producing radio and television sports bulletins with reports and packages to industry standards and deadlines.

  This programme is taught using a variety of methods including news days, lectures, seminars, personal tutorials and through masterclasses led by professional practitioners in journalism.

  BBC Sport’s Editor, Dan Roan, visits Waterside

  Sky Sports Visit UON – Faye Carruthers

  Assessments

  You will be assess through a variety of methods including practical portfolios, essays, reports, presentations, practical projects and written examinations and timed tests.

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  Additional

  Information

  Opportunities Abroad

  We encourage you to do work experience wherever your interests lie, including overseas. Opportunities may arise for students to be involved in some international filming projects travelling to India.

• Careers and Events
  • The Northampton Employment Promise.

    *We promise to secure paid experience for you, if you need it.

    We work with employers to understand what they’re looking for and we’re confident that if you follow one of our structured awards, as well as committing to your studies you’ll be in a competitive position when it comes to applying for graduate jobs.

    We’re so confident, that we promise to secure a paid 3-6 month internship for you, if you need it. Find out more about the Northampton Employment Promise, including how it works and who is eligible.

    
  • Open Days

    Come say Hello

    Our Open Days offer you a fantastic opportunity to get a real taste of university life at Northampton and discover how studying here will be a life-changing experience.

    Each Open Day has a packed programme of subjects talks, advice sessions and activities designed to give you all the information you need about studying with us.

    To find out more about the day, please feel free to have a look at our Open Day Guide.

    
  • Careers

    Career Opportunities

    Upon completing the course you will be equipped with the skills to work in any area and across all platforms within the sports media, from local newspapers, newsrooms and commercial communication departments to national broadcasters such as BBC Sport, Sky Sports, Radio 5 and Associated Press.

    Suitable roles for graduates include News reporter, Radio and broadcast news reporter or editor, Feature writer, Sport PR and communications, Sports Journalist and Sports Presenter.

    
• Requirements

  Standard entry requirements apply. A typical offer is BCC at A-Level or DMM at BTEC. Applicants also need an A-Level or equivalent in English, or a humanities subject. We will also accept applicants who have an A Level or BTEC in a Sports Science or PE-related subject.

  For more more information on how to make an application, please visit our How to Apply page.

  If you are an International student and would like information on making an application, please see our How to Apply page.

  For September 2020 entry, requirements will be as follows:

  Standard entry requirements apply. A typical offer is BCC at A-Level or DMM at BTEC. Applicants need either an A Level or BTEC in any of the following subjects: English, Media, Humanities, Sports Science or a PE-related subject.

  English Language Requirements

  All International and EU students applying for a course with us must meet the following minimum English language requirements:

  • Minimum standard – IELTS 6.0 or equivalent)
    for study at undergraduate level.

  For information regarding English language requirements at the University, please see our IELTS page.

  Contacts

  Course enquiries
  study@northampton.ac.uk

  Application status enquiries
  admissions2019@northampton.ac.uk

  Current student enquiries
  SID@northampton.ac.uk

  International student enquiries
  international@northampton.ac.uk

  Enquire online
  Online enquiry form

  Applying for 2019
  Facebook Applicant Group

  Office hours:
  Mon – Thu: 9am – 5pm
  Fri: 9am – 4.30pm

  Phone Call

  0300 303 2772

  +44 (0)1604 892134

  +44 (0)1604 892546

• Course Content
  • Stage 1
  • Stage 2
  • Stage 3

  • Law for Journalists (10 Credits)
    Module code: JOU1017

    Core Module Y
  • Public Affairs for Journalists (10 Credits)
    Module code: JOU1018

    Core Module Y
  • Writing Skills for Sports Journalists (20 Credits)
    Module code: JOU1012

    Core Module Y
  • The International Sports Industry (20 Credits)
    Module code: JOU1013

    Core Module Y
  • Reporting Skills for Sports Journalists (40 Credits)
    Module code: JOU1014

    Core Module Y
  • The Social Context of Sport and Exercise (20 Credits)
    Module code: SPO1038

    Core Module Y

  • Sports Broadcasting: Commentating and Documentaries (20 Credits)
    Module code: JOU2016

    Core Module Y
  • Sports Journalism in Print and Online (20 Credits)
    Module code: JOU2014

    Core Module Y
  • Sports News Day (40 Credits)
    Module code: JOU2015

    Core Module Y
  • Sports Development (20 Credits)
    Module code: SPO2007

    Core Module Y
  • Sports Journalism Research Skills (10 Credits)
    Module code: JOU2022

    Core Module Y
  • Esports Reporting (10 Credits)
    Module code: JOU2023

    Core Module Y

  • Journalism Dissertation (20 Credits)
    Module code: JOU4001

    Core Module Y
  • Journalism Practical Project (20 Credits)
    Module code: JOU3002

    Core Module Y
  • Launchpad: Careers in Sports Journalism (20 Credits)
    Module code: JOU3015

    Core Module Y
  • International Sport and the Media (20 Credits)
    Module code: JOU3016

    Core Module Y
  • Multiplatform Journalism (20 Credits)
    Module code: JOU3019

    Core Module Y
  • Future Trends in Journalism (20 Credits)
    Module code: JOU3020

    Core Module N

  • Reading List
    • Andrews P (2011) Sports Journalism: A Practical Introduction. Sage Publications
    • Boyle R (2006) Sports Journalism: Context and Issues. Sage Publications
    • Evans, H and Crawford G (2000) Essential English for Journalists. Pimlico
    • Hanna M and Dodd M (2016) McNae’s Essential law for Journalists 23rd Edition. OUP Oxford
    • Steen, R (2014) Sports Journalism. A Multimedia Primer. Routledge
    • Toney, J (2012) Sports Journalism. The Inside Track. Bloomsbury Sport

  Facilities &

  Special Features

  • a dedicated newsroom and digitally equipped radio and television studios
  • solid introduction to professional production practice
  • strong relationships with a wide variety of industry partners, including local and national papers and the BBC and ITN
  • close relationship with local sports clubs including Northampton town Football Club, Northampton Saints Rugby Club and Silverstone
  • an active visiting speaker programme with past guests including John Inverdale, Nick Hoult, Dan Roan and David Croft
  • cross platform approach to content and skills
  • a professional portfolio showing examples of magazines, TV and radio reports and broadcasts and published web content
• Further Studies
  • Postgraduate Opportunities

    Further your Study

    Our postgraduate courses are a great way to enhance the skills you have already learnt. Benefit from our 20% alumni discount on postgraduate fees to give yourself a CV that will catch the eye of employers.

    English – Contemporary Literature MA

    Master of Business Administration (MBA)

    
  • Research

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    Visit our Research Hub page for more information.

    
  • Business and Enterprise

    We are committed to supporting and encouraging business growth and we are involved in a variety of initiatives which seek to benefit the wider community as well as students and staff of the University.

    Discover what businesses we work with and what opportunities may be available to you on our Business and Enterprise pages.

    
• Fees & Funding
  • UK & EU
  • International

  2019/20 Tuition Fees

  Fees quoted relate to study in the Academic Year 19/20 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years.

  Full Time: £9,250
  Part Time: £1,400 per 20 credit module

  2018/19 Tuition Fees

  Fees quoted relate to study in the Academic Year 18/19 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years.

  Full Time: £9,250
  Part Time: £1,350 per 20 credit module

  Please note that tuition fees for EU students will remain the same as UK fees for 2018/19. For more information, please visit the Gov UK website

  Additional Costs

  printing costs: £50+ per year
  external hard drive to store material: £50
  travel on Newsdays to stories: No more than £50

  2019/20 Tuition Fees

  Fees quoted relate to study in the Academic Year 19/20 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years.

  Full Time: £12,500

  2018/19 Tuition Fees

  Fees quoted relate to study in the Academic Year 18/19 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years.

  International: £12,000

  For information on the scholarships available to you as an international student, please see our International scholarships page.

  Additional Costs

  printing costs: £50+ per year
  external hard drive to store material: £50
  travel on Newsdays to stories: No more than £50

  Scholarships

  EU and International Scholarships

  We’re committed to offering the opportunity to study in the UK to the best and brightest students from around the world.

  Sir Thomas White Scholarship

  The Sir Thomas White scholarship will support and acknowledge an academically gifted student, with the proviso that the selection panel is confident that there is…

  TD Lewis Scholarship

  The T D Lewis Scholarship provides both undergraduate and postgraduate students with financial awards of up to £1,000.  This scholarship is awarded on educational excellence…

  The Chancellor's Fund

  The Chancellor’s Fund is a bi-annual fund providing students with awards of between £100 and £1,000. You must be a current student to apply.  The…

  Wilson Endowment Scholarship

  The Wilson Endowment Scholarship provides a £1,500 scholarship to undergraduate students from the Northamptonshire area. The endowed scholarship was donated in memory of Mr Lynn Wilson,…

• Joint Honours Study

  We offer so many courses, it can be hard to choose just one. With a Joint Honours degree, you can study two courses, whether they are closely related or completely different. Depending on how much time you want to spend on each subject, your degree may emphasise one subject more than the other, which is a major and minor programme. Alternatively, you can study your subjects equally, resulting in a joint degree.

  Please visit our Joint Honours page for more information on Joint Honours courses and available Joint Honours combinations.

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