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This program prepares students for a career in football journalism, equipping them with the skills and knowledge to create engaging content across platforms. With its focus on practical assessments and industry connections, graduates are highly sought after by employers in various fields. The program offers opportunities for work experience, study abroad, and access to state-of-the-art facilities, providing students with a well-rounded experience.
مخطط البرنامج
Football Journalism BA (Hons) - University of Derby
Degree Overview:
This program aims to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in the dynamic world of football journalism. The degree recognizes the rapid evolution of the industry, driven by factors like multi-billion-pound television deals, the widespread use of smartphones, and the explosion of social media. The program's objective is to prepare students to meet the growing demand for football content across various platforms. The curriculum is constantly updated to reflect industry changes, with new modules introduced in areas like e-sports, video journalism, social media, feature writing, commentary and punditry, data analysis and visualization, and the societal impact of journalism. The program emphasizes developing skills sought by employers in the industry, as well as equipping students to manage their own content and brand.
Outline:
The program is structured over three years of full-time study or four to six years part-time. Students learn key journalistic and technical skills for producing interview-based video content, including shooting live events, conducting remote and in-person interviews, and writing to pictures.
- Journalism in Society: This module explores the role of journalism in society, examining its impact on public discourse, social change, and democratic processes.
- Newswriting in Football and Sport: This module teaches the fundamentals of newswriting, focusing on clarity, accuracy, and conciseness in reporting on football and other sports.
- Social Media Practice in Football: This module explores the role of social media in football, covering strategies for content creation, audience engagement, and brand building.
Year 2 and 3:
- Optional Modules: Students can choose from a variety of optional modules in their second and third years, allowing them to tailor their degree to their interests and career aspirations. These modules may include topics like:
- E-sports Journalism: This module explores the growing world of e-sports, covering its history, culture, and media landscape.
- Sports Commentary and Punditry: This module focuses on developing skills in sports commentary and analysis, including techniques for live broadcasting, pre-match analysis, and post-match discussion.
- Data Analysis and Visualization: This module introduces students to data analysis techniques and visualization tools used in sports journalism, enabling them to interpret and present data effectively.
- Feature Writing: This module focuses on developing skills in writing in-depth, narrative-driven features on football and other sports.
- Podcasting: This module explores the art of podcasting, covering production techniques, storytelling, and audience engagement.
Assessment:
The program emphasizes practical assessments, reflecting the industry's focus on content creation. Students are assessed primarily on the content they produce, which may include:
- Social media content: Creating and managing social media accounts for football clubs or organizations.
- Podcasts: Producing and hosting podcasts on football-related topics.
- Videos: Creating and editing video content for various platforms.
- Features: Writing in-depth articles on football-related topics.
- News articles: Reporting on football news and events. In addition to practical assessments, some modules may require more academic assessments, such as essays, case study reports, and presentations.
Teaching:
The program employs a variety of teaching methods, including:
- Lectures and seminars: These sessions provide students with theoretical knowledge and insights from industry experts.
- Practice-based workshops: These workshops allow students to apply their skills in a practical setting, receiving feedback from tutors and peers.
- Trips to clubs, matches, and tournaments: These trips provide students with firsthand experience of the football industry, allowing them to observe and report on events.
- News days: These days simulate real-world newsroom environments, giving students the opportunity to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Group work: This encourages collaboration and teamwork, developing students' communication and interpersonal skills.
- Independent study: This allows students to explore topics of interest in depth, developing their research and critical thinking skills. The program is taught by a team of experienced and well-connected lecturers, many of whom have worked in the football industry for leading organizations like the Premier League, West Bromwich Albion, Wembley Stadium, the BBC, and The Guardian.
Careers:
Upon completion of the program, graduates are well-prepared for a variety of careers in football journalism, public relations, marketing, advertising, corporate communications, law, public administration, and politics. The program's strong industry connections and practical focus ensure that graduates are highly sought after by employers. Graduates have secured positions at organizations like Manchester City, TalkSPORT, AFTV (Arsenal Football TV), Brentford FC, Nottingham Forest Women FC, Blackburn Rovers LFC, Football Manager, Birmingham City FC, Bet365, Reach plc, and Reuters.
Other:
- The program offers opportunities for students to gain valuable work experience through placements and internships at football clubs and media organizations.
- Students have the opportunity to study abroad at partner universities or work on placements or internships in other countries.
- The program provides access to state-of-the-art facilities, including three radio studios, a fully equipped television studio, video editing suites, Mac suites, and a newsroom featuring the latest software, including Adobe Creative Suite.
- The program offers personal academic tutoring, providing students with individual support and guidance throughout their studies.
- The University of Derby's Careers and Employment Service provides ongoing support to students, helping them develop their career ambitions and secure employment after graduation.
UK fee:
£9,250 per year (2024/25)
International fee:
£14,900 per year (2024/25)