BA (Hons) Sports Journalism with Year in Industry 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 positions at leading industry organizations.
This sports journalism program immerses you in live reporting from the start, covering both regional and national sporting events across digital and traditional media outlets. You'll begin working as an active journalist immediately, supported by exceptional instruction, state-of-the-art resources, valuable connections, and numerous chances to apply your skills.

Designed to align with contemporary sports journalism demands, this BJTC-accredited course prepares you for employment with major broadcasters like BBC, Sky News, ITN, and leading media organizations. The curriculum develops versatile abilities across print, broadcast, digital, and social media journalism, equipping you to create compelling news content that captivates audiences.

Our alumni success speaks volumes. Solent graduates work with premier broadcast networks such as Sky Sports, BBC Sport, and ESPN, plus major publications including The Daily Mail and The Times. Others pursue careers with professional sports clubs, media agencies, and creative organizations.

Solent provides access to professional-grade software and authentic news content through partnerships with Press Association and Independent Radio News. In our specialized newsroom, you'll use advanced equipment to produce sports coverage, reporting on diverse athletic events and developing stories under professional conditions.