International Sports Journalism MA
St Mary's University, Twickenham
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Navigate sports communications in a global context with our International Sports Journalism master’s. You will balance theory and practice covering the following topics: sports writing sport and globalisation digital sports journalism the marketing and sponsorship of sport critical and ethical issues in sports journalism. Hear from our alums Todd Harris and Rachael Mathewson about their time on the course. Trailblazers in sports communication We are internationally celebrated for our ...Read more

Navigate sports communications in a global context with our International Sports Journalism master’s. You will balance theory and practice covering the following topics: sports writing sport and globalisation digital sports journalism the marketing and sponsorship of sport critical and ethical issues in sports journalism. Hear from our alums Todd Harris and Rachael Mathewson about their time on the course. Trailblazers in sports communication We are internationally celebrated for our sports-related degrees. You will study on the world’s first journalism master’s to explore sport and communications in its global context. Collaborations with industry professionals We regularly collaborate with industry professionals to inform course content. As a result, you will explore the latest trends and issues in the sports media. State-of-the-art facilities You will learn in our industry-standard Media Production Suite, equipped with: a radio studio vocal booth 70-inch TV green screens studio-quality sound-system. Contribute to the Sport Gazette Kickstart your career by contributing to our online magazine, Sport Gazette. You will create and edit exciting content alongside industry professionals and other students. Expert teaching and support Our academics are award-winning journalists, broadcasters, and researchers. View our staff.

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Entry requirements

Students need to have 2:2 honours degree. Students with appropriate professional experience are also encouraged to apply. Students should have a desire and capacity to study at postgraduate level for a career in broadcasting, journalism and communications.

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£11,910 per year

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Accommodation fees - Total cost- 10,515.96 (Cashin and Cronin halls of residence)

£18,750 per year

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Accommodation fees - Total cost- 10,515.96 (Cashin and Cronin halls of residence)

£18,750 per year

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Students from International

The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.

Accommodation fees - Total cost- 10,515.96 (Cashin and Cronin halls of residence)

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International Sports Journalism MA
It’s such a small university that it feels very easy to speak one on one with students/staff/support and has such a community feel. Many including myself do not approve of the...
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St Mary's University, Twickenham
Waldegrave Road Strawberry Hill Twickenham Greater London TW1 4SX United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Strawberry Hill  0.2 miles away
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