COURSE CURRICULUM

The BA (Hons) Sports Journalism degree at Liverpool John Moores University provides students with a comprehensive blend of practical skills and theoretical understanding needed for a career in sports media. In the first year, students build a strong foundation in journalism through modules covering essential law and ethics, newswriting, sports journalism skills, broadcast introduction, and sports reporting. This equips them with the basic competencies to report accurately and effectively across various media formats. In the second year, the focus shifts to advanced journalistic techniques and multimedia reporting, including magazine journalism, sports media communication, sports journalism for digital audiences, and broadcast skills development. Students also explore contemporary journalism issues and gain practical experience producing content for multiple platforms, ensuring they are prepared for the evolving media landscape. The third year emphasizes professional readiness, offering modules such as journalism careers, advanced sports journalism practice, and the opportunity to undertake a dissertation or final project, allowing students to develop research and independent production skills. Optional modules in features journalism, photojournalism, public interest journalism, and the business of sport provide further specialization. Throughout the degree, students benefit from access to industry-standard facilities and work experience opportunities, enabling them to graduate with the skills, confidence, and practical knowledge required for a successful career in sports journalism.