Program Overview

Sports Journalism

Overview

The Sports Journalism program at the University of Salford is designed to help students develop the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in the sports media industry. The program is delivered by experienced tutors and industry professionals, and students have access to state-of-the-art facilities at MediaCityUK.

Course Details

The program is a three-year full-time or six-year part-time undergraduate degree. Students can enroll in September 2025 or September 2026.

Introduction

The Sports Journalism program is designed for students who want to turn their passion for sport into a career. The program provides training in industry-standard technical facilities, and students learn from expert tutors who are working at the top of their game.

You Will:

• Learn from leading sports journalists working at the top of their game
• Be part of the thriving MediaCity community – home to BBC Sport and ITV
• Report live on location from matches
• Get specialist voice coaching plus training in how to be a commentator
• Gain the knowledge you need to become an ethical sports journalist, from media law to how sport is run
• It’s not just football – you’ll cover a range of sports to help broaden your career options

Placement Options

Placement options are available, and international students are accepted.

Course Structure

The program is divided into three years, with each year building on the previous one.

Year One

• Introduction to Sports Journalism
• Social Media for Sport
• Essential Reporting
• Audio and Video Journalism: Storytelling
• Law and Ethics

Year Two

• Sports Journalism
• Broadcast Journalism
• Sports Newsroom
• Sports Broadcasting and Commentary
• Sport History, Culture and Governance

Year Three

• Sports Journalism Practice
• Major Journalism Project or Dissertation
• Advanced Sports Journalism

Assessment

Assessments include:

• Video, audio and social media sports journalism
• Sports news and feature writing
• Match reports
• Commentaries
• A work placement
• Reflective reports
• Essays
• In-class tests and exams
• Presentations
• A major final sports journalism project or dissertation

Employment and Stats

Graduates from the Sports Journalism program have gone on to work for a range of media organizations, including BBC Sport, ITV News, and Sky Sports. The program has a strong track record of graduate employment, with 88% of students in work or further study 15 months after graduation.

Requirements

To apply for the Sports Journalism program, students need to meet the following requirements:

• GCSE English Language at grade C/level 4 or above (or equivalent)
• GCSE Maths at grade C/4 or above (or equivalent) is preferred but not essential
• 112 UCAS tariff points
• A level, BTEC National Diploma, Access to HE, or other qualifications equivalent to 112 UCAS tariff points

International students need to meet the English language requirements, which are IELTS 7.5 in all elements of reading, writing, speaking, and listening.

Tuition Fees

The tuition fees for the Sports Journalism program are:

• Full-time home: £9,535 per year (2025/26)
• Full-time international: £17,650 per year (2025/26)
• Full-time home: £9,535 per year (2026/27)
• Full-time international: £18,120 per year (2026/27)

Additional Costs

Students should consider additional costs, including stationery, books, and printing. They may also need to attend live matches, press conferences, and other events, which may involve small amounts of general spending on travel and subsistence.

Scholarships for International Students

The University of Salford offers scholarships for high-achieving international students. Students can explore the international scholarships available.