Sports Communications and Digital Media (MA) Postgraduate Program By University of Gloucestershire |Top Universities
Tuitionfee

14,700 GBPTuition Fee/year

Main Subject Area

Communication and Media StudiesMain Subject Area

Program overview

Main Subject

Communication and Media Studies

Degree

MA

Study Level

Masters

With sports media rapidly evolving and the growth of digital technology providing career opportunities outside of traditional journalism, this course will equip you with the knowledge, skills and contacts to prosper in sports media. You will learn how to produce top-quality media content and develop sophisticated strategic communications plans for sports brands. The course will cover reputation management of players, clubs and brands, crisis communications, and player endorsements, preparing you for both in-house and agency roles. You will be taught by staff with experience in managing communication departments of sports clubs and overseeing agency-run media campaigns. Graduates from the Media School have gone on to work for Premier League football clubs, Premiership rugby teams, the Football Association, public relations consultancies and sports communications agencies.

Program overview

Main Subject

Communication and Media Studies

Degree

MA

Study Level

Masters

With sports media rapidly evolving and the growth of digital technology providing career opportunities outside of traditional journalism, this course will equip you with the knowledge, skills and contacts to prosper in sports media. You will learn how to produce top-quality media content and develop sophisticated strategic communications plans for sports brands. The course will cover reputation management of players, clubs and brands, crisis communications, and player endorsements, preparing you for both in-house and agency roles. You will be taught by staff with experience in managing communication departments of sports clubs and overseeing agency-run media campaigns. Graduates from the Media School have gone on to work for Premier League football clubs, Premiership rugby teams, the Football Association, public relations consultancies and sports communications agencies.

Admission requirements

88+
6+

Entry requirements

  • At least a 2.2 honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject
  • We will consider a comparable professional or postgraduate qualification
  • Applicants without a bachelors degree but with significant industry experience in areas including, but not limited to, journalism, marketing, and teaching are encouraged to apply
  • EU and international students need a minimum IELTS 6.5 overall, 6.0 minimum in each component
Jan-2000

Tuition fee and scholarships

Domestic Students

7,500 GBP
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International Students

14,700 GBP
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Dating back to 1847, the University of Gloucestershire has a history of providing higher education for over 180 years and currently has around 10,000 students. 96% of our graduates are in employment or further study within 15 months of graduating. We offer a range of placement options and work/volunteer opportunities to enhance your degree learning experience and help you on your future career path. We offer a unique experience for all students ensuring that you get personal support to help you build your future plan. The University of Gloucestershire is ranked in the top 10 in the UK for support for international students (International Student Barometer 2022). Our inspirational and engaged lecturers focus on the practical application of education and skills for the workplace.The University is located in the South West of the UK, in an area of outstanding natural beauty known as the Cotswolds. Only 2 hours from London and 1 hour from other major cities such as Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff and Oxford, the University comprises three campuses; two in the attractive regency town of Cheltenham and one in the city of Gloucester.

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