COURSE CURRICULUM

The Sports Journalism degree at Brighton provides students with a comprehensive education in both the theory and practice of sports media. In the first year, students gain a thorough introduction to the field, covering multimedia journalism, news production, ethics, shorthand, public administration, and the social history of sport, equipping them with foundational skills for reporting and analysis. Modules such as Introduction to Journalism Studies, Production Journalism, Digital Sport Journalism, Sport in Context, and The Sport Journalist’s Toolkit help students develop core competencies while understanding the broader context of sport and media. In the second year, the focus shifts to more advanced practical skills and applied knowledge, including sport reporting, media law, sports media analysis, and news portfolio development, preparing students to work in diverse media environments. Students also collaborate in team-based projects to mirror professional newsroom settings. In the final year, students undertake an industry placement and complete a major project, gaining hands-on experience and professional exposure. Opportunities such as the Premier League Apprenticeship or working as a match-day media assistant with Brighton & Hove Albion FC provide unparalleled practical experience. Modules in advanced journalism, live sport coverage, critical investigation, and professional practice consolidate skills, enabling graduates to enter the sports media industry with expertise, confidence, and a professional portfolio.