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Course options
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Qualification
MA - Master of Arts
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Location
Sheffield Hallam University
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Study mode
Full time
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Start date
01-SEP-25
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Duration
1 year
Course summary
Course summary
This course aims to provide you with the professional skills and knowledge required for a career in sports journalism and sports media.
You will learn how to research, write and present sports-based news, commentary and features to a high standard across print, online and broadcast platforms.
You will also develop an understanding of sports media and the ethical, legal and regulatory context in which sports journalists work.
How you learn
All our courses are designed around a set of key principles based on engaging you with the world, collaborating with others, challenging you to think in new ways, and providing you with a supportive environment in which you can thrive.
You will be encouraged to develop your skills as a reflective practitioner in a supportive learning environment.
You learn through
- independent study
- Lectures
- Seminars
- Formative and summative assessment
- Guest speakers from sports journalism and sports media
- Teamwork
- interactive workshops
- Tutorials and academic advising
Future careers
This course prepares you for a career in
- newspaper sports journalism
- sport reporter
- sports broadcaster
- freelance sports journalist
- digital producer
Modules
Tuition fees
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£ 17,205per year
Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.
University information

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University League Table
63rd
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Campus address
Sheffield Hallam University, City Campus, Howard Street, Sheffield, Sheffield, S1 1WB, United Kingdom
Subject rankings
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Subject ranking
67th out of 91 3
42nd out of 86 7
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Entry standards
/ Max 206114 55%75th
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Graduate prospects
/ Max 10066.0 66%47th
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 42.98 75%67th
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Entry standards
/ Max 213130 61%50th
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Graduate prospects
/ Max 10074.0 74%26th
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 43.03 76%71st
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