Swansea University - Graduate Programs

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Sports Communication and Journalism, MA

Swansea University - Graduate Programs

Degree:Master
Field of Study:Journalism
Length:1 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
National: $17,500

Fees based on British Pounds and may vary due to the exchange rate.

Careers:EditorsJournalists and ReportersAnnouncers

Description:

The new MA in Sports Communication and Journalism offers a syllabus that combines a practical and academic study of contemporary professional communication, journalism and public relations in a sports-related context. Studying this course will help you into a career as a sports communications professionals who can identify a strong story, develop its narrative, bring it to life with videography and still images by filming and editing the raw footage, and understand how to effectively distribute this content to an existing and potential fan-base.

The programme allows graduates to develop invaluable and desirable professional communications, journalism and digital media skills for careers in sports management, as well as creating a portfolio of work that can be shared with prospective employers in business, journalism, public relations, broadcasting, advertising and marketing.

Prerequisites:

These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
  • The typical entry requirement is 2:2 degree (55% minimum) or overseas equivalent. A detailed Personal Statement providing media interest is also required for assessment.
  • For applicants whose first language is not English, we require IELTS 6.5 overall (with a minimum of 5.5 in each component) or equivalent English test.
  • * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

    Modified on March 14, 2023