MA Sports Journalism

The Sports Journalism MA at Coventry University is a postgraduate course designed for those who want to develop professional skills in sports journalism and broadcasting. This course guides the students towards understanding the scope of the industry, ethics, and challenges along with developing their professional skills in reporting and broadcasting about the various sports.Course Content: The course consists of contemporary and historical modules. It involves learning through practical workshops, podcasts, analytical debates, and moot court appearances. Students develop skills in gathering news, understanding the pragmatic requirements of the career, reporting and feature writing, live blogging, commentating or presenting, and the usage of digital tools. They gain real-world experience through internships and placements.Key Modules: The core modules involved in this MA Sports Journalism programme include Sports Journalism Practice, Sports Journalism PR and Feature Writing, Sports Journalism Theory, Sports Media Analysis, Ethics and Diversity in Sports Media and Research Methods. There is also a Final Project module that involves intensive research or a practical project.Accreditations: This course is accredited by the British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (BASES), guaranteeing its high standards.Future Careers: Upon completion of the course, graduates can pursue their careers in sports journalism, broadcasting, filmmaking, advertising, graphic design, content creation, events management, and more. They can work as editors, feature writers, reporters, social media managers, etc., for national and international media organizations.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.