Overview

During your time in this Toronto Sports Journalism program at Centennial College , you learn the best practices for the field in a diverse and gender-inclusive environment with peers just as dedicated to and as passionate about sports.

From covering local athletes and professionals to telling the stories behind the games, players and fans, you develop specialized talents in:

Sports writing (print, TV, radio, online, social media)

Broadcast (producing, on-air performance, chase and field producing, radio hosting, updates)

Digital (using editorial publishing tools, blogging, video, audio, Storify, etc.)

Social media (Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest, etc.)

News journalism that meets the changing needs of sports coverage (courts, police, etc)

Advanced interviewing techniques

Sports beat journalism

Print and online imaging
Hosting in-studio and in the field
Newspaper and online layout

You also have the opportunity to participate in the program's annual trip to baseball's spring training, where you can apply skills and develop confidence. Meanwhile, an industry field placement in a sports media organization in Canada or around the world complements your training.

Career Outlook

Journalist

Photographer/videographer/podcast/iphoneography

Writer in digital/print/TV/radio and social media

Editor across multi-platforms

Producer across multi-platforms

Host

Remote journalist

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Sports Interviewing and Beat Reporting

Sports in Canada: The Field of Play

Sports Reporting

Sports Internet and Social Media

Sports Writing

Imaging

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-01-08 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

60

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TOEFL^® IBT

88

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Toronto, Canada

Disciplines

Journalism Sport and Exercise Science View 12 other Masters in Journalism in Canada

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

60

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TOEFL^® IBT

88

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Duolingo English Test

125

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Other requirements

General requirements

Academic Requirements

Diploma or degree in any discipline
We will consider applicants who have successfully completed partial post-secondary education (minimum two years) and have relevant work experience.

Additional Requirements

English language proficiency
Attend a mandatory Sports Journalism program admission session where applicants will:
- Present their resume
- Submit a portfolio of writing that includes a minimum of three pieces of their published or unpublished work
- Complete a writing test (this may be waived for applicants with a degree or diploma in journalism)

Technological requirements

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

24973 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 24973 CAD per year during 12 months.
National

5538 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 5538 CAD per year during 12 months.

Living costs for Toronto

1502 - 2563 CAD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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