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Master of Sports Journalism
- Sheffield, United Kingdom
- 1 year
- English
- On campus
- Master
About the program
A sports journalism degree based in east London's sport scene.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1.5 years): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Demonstrate a structured understanding of core principles in Sports Journalism. Apply relevant analytical
- Practical and research methods to subject-specific problems. Communicate findings clearly and evaluate evidence through academic work and projects.
Career outcomes
- Sports journalist
- Sports broadcaster
- Sports editor
- Content producer
- Further study (MA Global Sports Journalism
- Data Journalism)
Curriculum
- Three-year full-time degree. Year 1 includes Mental Wealth professional fitness
- Creative and technology study and data skills
- Communication skills
- Creative industries in practice
- Making media and an introduction to sports journalism
- Later years add specialist practice.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Honours degree (usually 2.2 or above) or equivalent
- some courses need a subject-related degree or professional experience.
Accepted academic background
First degree, equivalent professional qualification, HND/higher education diploma with substantial work experience, or recognised pre-masters course (https://www.shu.ac.uk/study-here/apply/postgraduate/entry-requirements)
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 81
- Duolingo 120
- PTE Academic 69
- IELTS Academic 6.5
Documents you’ll need
- English Language Test Results
How to apply
- Review the program admission requirements and intake availability. Prepare your academic records and required supporting documents. Submit the application through the institution's approved application process. Provide language proficiency evidence and pay any application fee when applicable. Monitor the application status and respond to requests for additional information.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | £19,530 GBP |
|---|---|
| Application fee | _ |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | City Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Sheffield Creative Industries Institute |
| Department | _ |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | _ |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1.5 years |
| Scholarship note | International scholarships up to £3000 are listed on the course page (see the page for eligibility). |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 1 year.
Tuition is £19,530 GBP per year. The estimated living cost is £10,827 GBP.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 81, Duolingo 120, PTE Academic 69, IELTS Academic 6.5.

