Máster en Periodismo Deportivo

Program Overview

The Máster en Periodismo Deportivo equips students with comprehensive knowledge of sports journalism and communication, offering practical skills in print, radio, and television mediums. Through internships with Real Madrid C.F., students gain hands-on experience and build professional connections. The program emphasizes international perspectives and boasts a prestigious faculty, preparing graduates for a wide range of careers in sports journalism and communication.

Program Outline

The program aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to excel in the dynamic world of sports journalism.

Objectives:

• To provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the national and international evolution of the sports sector.
• To analyze the latest trends in sports media, platforms, channels, and information dissemination methods.
• To develop practical skills in television, radio, and print sports journalism.
• To foster professional networking opportunities through interactions with renowned sports journalism professionals.
• To offer hands-on experience through internships with the Real Madrid C.F.
Communications Department.

Outline:

• Radio Deportiva / Sports Radio: This module focuses on the specific demands of sports radio broadcasting, including news reporting, commentary, and program production.
• Nuevas Tecnologías / New Technology: This module examines the impact of emerging technologies on sports journalism, including digital platforms, social media, and data analysis.
• Gestión de la Comunicación Deportiva / Sports Communication Management: This module equips students with the skills to manage sports communication effectively, covering areas like crisis communication, public relations, and event management.

Course Schedule:

• The program is offered over a period of 9 months.
• The program is delivered in Spanish.
• The program is offered in Villaviciosa de Odón, Madrid.

Assessment:

• The program includes a Master's Thesis (Trabajo Fin de Máster).
• Students are required to complete internships in media and sports entities.
• An optional module on scientific research methodology is available for students interested in pursuing research careers.

Teaching:

• The program employs a combination of theoretical and practical teaching methods.
• Students participate in role-playing exercises to simulate real-world scenarios faced by sports journalists.
• The program includes guest lectures by prominent figures in the sports world and media professionals.
• Students have the opportunity to create their own radio and television programs, blogs, photography projects, video editing projects, and sports event coverage.

Careers:

• The program prepares students for a wide range of careers in sports journalism and communication.
• Potential career paths include:
• Sports journalist for print, digital, radio, and television media.
• Press and communication officer for sports organizations.
• Sports content producer for various media platforms.
• Sports commentator and analyst.
• Sports marketing and communication specialist.

Other:

• The program is offered by the Escuela Universitaria Real Madrid, a prestigious institution with a strong track record in sports education.
• The program benefits from a close partnership with Real Madrid C.F., providing students with unique access to the club's facilities, events, and professionals.
• The program emphasizes international perspectives and experiences, with students from diverse backgrounds and opportunities to participate in international trips and masterclasses.
• The program boasts a highly qualified faculty, including renowned sports journalists, communication professionals, and academics.
• The program is accredited by SISCAL madri+d, a quality assurance system for higher education institutions in Madrid.
• The program is ranked among the top 5 master's programs in communication in Spain by El Mundo's 250 Masters Ranking.