
Overview
This Sports Journalism is a highly vocational Masters programme from Liverpool John Moores University , which provides practical training in multi-media sports reporting and production. It will arm you with key practical skills such as filming, editing, shorthand, CMS, analytics among others.
Employability
Our applied learning techniques and strong industry connections ensure our students are fully prepared for the workplace on graduation and understand how to apply their knowledge in a real world context.
You will be given an in-depth understanding of sports journalism as a profession and we strive to highlight to you the full range of career options available to you when you leave.
Your career and academic development are at the heart of our course design. As well as career opportunities in sports journalism, the course will open doors into areas such as PR (public relations), information management, press office/comms roles in sports clubs and organisations, sports production companies, marketing.
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Courses include:
- Journalism in Context
- Media Law, Regulation and Court Reporting
- Research Skills for Journalists
- Essential Sports Journalism and Professional Practice
- Multi-Platform Sports Journalism
- Sports Portfolio and Professional Practice
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Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
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Credits
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Campus Location
- Liverpool, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Journalism Sport and Exercise Science View 123 other Masters in Journalism in United KingdomExplore more key information
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Academic requirements
English requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
- a minimum 2.2 honours degree in a relevant subject area (e.g. English Language, English Literature, Politics, History, Law, Sociology, Sports Studies, Sports Science, Sport Performance) is preferable, although degrees in non-relevant subjects will also be considered
- non-standard applications from those without a degree will also be considered
- All short-listed applicants will be invited to attend an informal interview (via Skype/telephone/Zoom in not possible in person and for international students)
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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International
18250 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 18250 GBP per year during 12 months. -
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9520 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 9520 GBP per year during 12 months.
Living costs for Liverpool
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
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