International Sports Journalism MA
St Mary's University
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MA - Master of Arts

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Strawberry Hill Campus (Main Campus)

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SEP-25

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Share the worlds stories with our International Sports Journalism masters. Navigate sports communications in a global context with our International Sports Journalism masters. 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. We are internationally celebrated for our sports-related degrees. You will study on the worlds ...Read more

Share the worlds stories with our International Sports Journalism masters.

Navigate sports communications in a global context with our International Sports Journalism masters. 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.

We are internationally celebrated for our sports-related degrees. You will study on the worlds first journalism masters to explore sport and communications in its global context.

Career opportunities

Our courses offer one of the best routes in sports communications. We will train you to become a content creator for the digital age. Our international graduates work all across the world of sport. Check out these profiles:

James Pike (USA)

Louis Olvera (USA)

Emilia Ottella (Finland)

Rachel Mathewson (USA)

Flavia Festa (Italy)

Olga Bagatini (Brazil)

Lyes Bouzidi (Algeria/USA)

Tadhg Creedon (Ireland)

Caleb Mumtombwa (Zimbabwe).

Our International Sports Journalism masters will also help you develop essential transferrable skills, such as communication, creativity, and critical thinking.

Some examples of job roles and areas of work for graduates of International Sports Journalism MA include:

sports communications

international broadcasting

online sports journalist

marketing

public relations

other communication sectors

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Sports Science
WUSCA ranking:
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87/101
CUG Subject Ranking
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44th
CUG Ranking
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72nd
What students say
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Ashley
13 Oct 22

Best experience: Really helpful staff considering I’m an international student. Keen on making everyone feel included. Worst: insufficient support from the security department,..Read more

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Joaquín
13 Oct 22

Prices to get the sports membership are too expensive. I am paying a really big fee to study here and I feel the university should provide more financial facilities for..Read more

Modules

Modules (Year 1)
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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.

Tuition fees

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£11,910 per year

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£18,750 per year

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Students from EU

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The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.

£18,750 per year

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Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from International

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Ashley
13 Oct 22
International Sports Journalism MA
Best experience: Really helpful staff considering I’m an international student. Keen on making everyone feel included. Worst: insufficient support from the security department,...
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Joaquín
13 Oct 22
International Sports Journalism MA
Prices to get the sports membership are too expensive. I am paying a really big fee to study here and I feel the university should provide more financial facilities for...
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