Sport Media (Hons) Cardiff Metropolitan University

Overview

The Sport Media (Hons) at Cardiff Metropolitan University provides a comprehensive foundation for students aspiring to excel in the dynamic world of sports communications and broadcast production. This degree combines theoretical understanding with practical technical training to prepare graduates for the evolving digital landscape. Students explore the intersection of professional sport, modern media coverage, and socio-political issues.

Why Sport Media (Hons) at Cardiff Metropolitan University?

Cardiff is a global sports city and a major media hub, providing students with unparalleled access to elite facilities and major sporting events. The programme offers hands-on experience from the first day, utilizing high-definition podcast studios, radio suites with professional-grade equipment, and a dedicated TV gallery. These state-of-the-art facilities ensure students are trained on industry-standard technology, including green screens and virtual sets. Furthermore, the university maintains strong links with major organisations like the BBC, Sky Sports, and professional football clubs, facilitating valuable networking and real-world project opportunities.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: GBP 16000 per year
• National fee: GBP 9535 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum is designed to build creative and technical competencies through a mix of compulsory and optional modules. Modules may include:

• Professional and Academic Development
• Sound Waves: Sport in Podcasts & Audio
• Sport Content Creation: Socials & Screens
• Sport Marketing
• Reporting Sport Today: Journalism in a Changing World
• Project-Based Learning
• Sport Media Lab: Live Projects
• Applied Sports Marketing Communication
• Sport Ethics
• Sport Performance Analysis

Careers with Sport Media (Hons)

Graduates are well-equipped for diverse roles within the sports media and communications sector. Many find employment as broadcast journalists with major national broadcasters or as content producers for global sports brands and digital platforms. Opportunities also exist within the media offices of governing bodies, professional teams, and international sports events, focusing on press relations and sponsorship. Alumni from this programme have secured positions at prestigious organisations such as BBC Sport, Sky Sports, LiveWire Sport, and Cardiff City Football Club. The degree also fosters entrepreneurial skills for those looking to launch their own media ventures or consultancies.