BA (Hons) Sports Journalism with Foundation Year in Southampton United Kingdom | Southampton Solent University

Transform your passion for sports into a professional writing path. Enroll in the UK's most established BJTC-accredited sports journalism program, with alumni securing roles at leading industry organizations.
Solent's media foundation year provides an engaging introduction, helping students build technical, creative, and academic abilities across multiple media formats before progressing to the BA (Hons) Sports Journalism degree.

Recognizing students come from diverse backgrounds, the foundation year carefully eases the transition into university life.

During this preparatory year, you'll create conventional media projects while discovering your unique narrative voice and creative approach. The curriculum also explores the UK's thriving creative sector, helping you find your place within this dynamic field. Successful completion leads directly to the three-year degree program.

The sports journalism program immerses you in real-world reporting from the start, covering local and national sports across digital and traditional outlets. You'll function as an active journalist immediately – supported by exceptional instruction, state-of-the-art resources, professional connections, and numerous practical opportunities.

Designed in collaboration with industry leaders, this BJTC-accredited program prepares you for major broadcasters like BBC, Sky News, ITN, and leading publishers. Develop versatile skills spanning print, broadcast, digital, and social media to create compelling news packages that captivate audiences.

Our graduates' success speaks volumes. Solent alumni work with premier broadcasters including Sky Sports and BBC Sport, national publications like The Daily Mail, plus sports clubs and media agencies nationwide.

Access professional-grade tools at Solent, working with authentic news content and exclusive interviews through our partnerships with PA Media and IRN. Our specialized newsroom features cutting-edge equipment for covering diverse sports events and stories.

The southern location offers exceptional sports access. As Southampton FC's official education partner, with nearby international cricket at Ageas Bowl and world-class sailing events, plus our own successful university teams, you'll never lack compelling content opportunities.