Program Overview

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Sports Journalism Cert HE

Overview

The Sports Journalism Cert HE course is a 1-year program that provides students with the skills and knowledge to pursue a career in sports journalism. The course is designed to equip students with the practical skills and theoretical understanding needed to succeed in the industry.

Study Options

• Cert HE (1 year)
• Accelerated (2 years)
• Honours (3 years)

Course Information

• UCAS Code: P900
• Duration: 1 year
• Start Date(s): Sep / Nov / Jan / Feb / Apr / Jun
• Entry Year: 2025/26 | 2026/27
• Entry Requirements: 64 UCAS points

Course Introduction

The Sports Journalism Cert HE course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the sports journalism industry. The course covers a range of topics, including:

• Media, Technology and Culture
• Communication Techniques and Creating Content
• Media Production
• Introduction to Sports Journalism

How You Will Study

• 24 weeks of study
• 4 x 6-week blocks per year
• 1 subject module per block
• 4 CPD focus days per block

Subject Module Breakdown

• 250 hours of study per module
• 80 hrs face-to-face (32%)
• 20 hrs Digital Wednesdays (8%)
• 150 hrs independent study (60%)

Assessment Breakdown

• No traditional end-of-year exams
• 100% coursework

Your Course Modules

• Level 4 92 Programme
• Module 1 - Media, Technology and Culture
• Module 2 - Communication Techniques and Creating Content
• Module 3 - Media Production
• Module 4 - Introduction to Sports Journalism

What is the 92 Programme?

The 92 Programme is a requirement for all students and will count towards your overall grade. The program is designed to develop skills in self-reflection and awareness, wellness and resilience, and professionalism and employability.

Why the 92 Programme is part of your course?

The 92 Programme is designed to prepare students for life after graduation and equip them with the skills employers value most.

How is the 92 Programme assessed?

You will produce a learning journal that will document your experiences. This will be submitted at the end of the academic year to assess whether you have met the required standard to pass the module.

Why study at UA92

UA92 offers a deliberately different experience to traditional universities, with fixed morning or afternoon timetables and no end of year exams. Our industry-inspired courses place character and personal development firmly at the core of the learning experience.

Industry Partnerships

We have over 60 industry partners who support our mission to develop career-ready graduates. These partnerships provide you with access to industry-leading expertise, mentorship opportunities, and work-place experiences.

Meet the Media Team

• Colin Stone, Lecturer in Media & Journalism
• G Randall, Media Lecturer
• Gareth Taylor, Media Lecturer
• Phil Jones, Sports Journalism Lecturer

Careers In Sports Media

The Cert HE course is the perfect stepping stone to a full sports journalism degree. If you pass the Cert HE successfully, you will automatically be eligible to progress to the second year of the 3-year degree programme.

Entry Requirements

• 2 GCSEs at Grade C/4 or above including English Language
• Accepted Alternatives: Functional Skills Level 2 (English and Maths)
• UCAS Points: 64
• A Levels: CC (64 equivalent)
• BTEC National Extended Diploma: MPP
• BTEC Diploma: MM
• T Levels: P (C+)
• Scottish Advanced Highers: DD
• IB: 24 points with 14 from Higher Level Subjects

Fees and Finance

• Fees and Finance
• Funding

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