Multimedia Sports Journalism

Why choose this course?

Working alongside the many sports clubs, bodies and media companies based in Northamptonshire, your first year will see you learning and starting to apply key audio and video production skills. You will also learn how to write sports stories and understand laws and ethics which apply to sports reporting.

The second year will see you apply those production and writing skills in live newsdays; attending press conferences and live events* and reporting on our own FM radio station, NLive. You will learn how to report in the growing world of esports and develop skills in sports magazine production and sports commentary.

In the final year you will apply your skills to professional standards in multi-platform newsdays, as well as develop your employment skills ready for that future career. You will learn about future trends in journalism tech and storytelling. Your final year project will be either a documentary or a magazine and your dissertation will analyse and question a key issue in sports media production, sports journalism or sports ethics.

UON’s Journalism subject area was ranked 6th based on overall student satisfaction out of all universities in England, according to the latest 2026 National Student Survey (NSS)*

Ranked 7th for Satisfied with Teaching for Journalism**

Ranked 14th for Satisfied with Feedback for Journalism***

Why choose the University of Northampton?

At the University of Northampton, you’ll benefit from a supportive, career-focused experience designed to help you succeed.

Personalised learning

Study in small groups led by expert academics, with dedicated one-to-one support. Our close-knit community ensures you receive individual guidance while being challenged to achieve your best.

Built for your future

Whatever your goals, we’ll help you get there. You’ll develop valuable skills, discover your strengths, and gain real-world experience - so you’re ready to stand out when applying for jobs or further study.

Guaranteed accommodation

We guarantee a room in our Halls of Residence for all new full-time first-year students who apply and accept their offer by June 2027****.

Exceptional student benefits

You’ll receive a brand-new laptop at no additional cost*****, and all essential textbooks are available through our library - helping you save money throughout your studies.

A modern campus experience

Study at our student-led purpose-built Waterside Campus, designed to provide an inspiring and dynamic environment for learning and student life. Visit us at an Open Day to see it for yourself.

The Northampton Employment Promise

We’re confident you’ll graduate ready to launch your career. If you’re not in employment within six months, you’ll receive dedicated support from a Careers Development Consultant. If you’re still seeking opportunities after that, we’ll offer you a paid internship.

✱ Calculations are based on Office for Students (OfS) data from the average positivity score across all NSS questions for this subject area across all modes and levels at UK Universities
✱✱ Data taken from the 2026 Guardian University Guide Journalism Subject table, filtered by Satisfied with Teaching.
✱✱✱ Data taken from the 2026 Guardian University Guide Journalism Subject table, filtered by Satisfied with Feedback.
✱✱✱✱ eligibility criteria and terms and conditions apply. See northampton.ac.uk/benefits for more information
✱✱✱✱✱ eligibility criteria apply. See northampton.ac.uk/student-life/accommodation/for more information

Course Modules

STAGE 1:

• Writing Skills for Sports Journalists (Compulsory)

• The International Sports Industry (Compulsory)

• Law and Public Affairs for Journalists (Compulsory)

• Sports Newsgathering (Compulsory)

• Sports News Production (Compulsory)

• Specialist Sport (Compulsory)

STAGE 2:

• Live Sports Reporting and Regulation (Compulsory)

• Sports Broadcast Skills (Compulsory)

• Academic and Long Form Journalism Skills (Compulsory)

• Sports News Day (Compulsory)

• Design Skills for Sports Journalists (Compulsory)

• Digital Skills for Sports Journalists (Compulsory)

STAGE 3:

• Journalism Dissertation (Compulsory)

• Journalism Practical Project (Compulsory)

• Launchpad: Careers in Sports Journalism (Compulsory)

• International Sport and the Media (Compulsory)

• Multiplatform Journalism (Compulsory)

• Future Trends in Journalism (Compulsory)

Module information is quoted for 26/27 entry. Please note that modules run subject to student numbers and staff availability, any changes will be communicated to applicants accordingly. 27/28 entry modules will be released in June 2027.

You will be assessed through a variety of methods including:

• Practical portfolios

• Essays

• Reports

• Presentations

• Practical projects

• Written examinations

• Timed tests