BA (Hons) Sports Journalism with Foundation Year in Chester United Kingdom | University of Chester

Explore the influence and scope of digital, print, and broadcast media while learning the fundamentals of contemporary sports journalism.

This program delves into the techniques, environments, and core principles shaping sports journalism today. You'll analyze the field in detail while investigating digital media's growing impact, keeping pace with evolving industry developments. You'll hone versatile skills like multiplatform writing and broadcasting to prepare for diverse roles in the expanding sports media landscape.

Our location provides prime access to Premier League football clubs, Super League rugby teams, and Chester Racecourse for racing fans. We maintain partnerships with various sports organizations across football, basketball, cricket, and rugby union, offering students plentiful matchday reporting opportunities with real publishing outlets.

Dedicated journalism newsrooms support your learning, though you'll frequently seek stories and build professional networks beyond campus to enrich assignments and portfolios.

After a five-week second-year placement, third-year students collaborate directly with sports clubs to create original content.