Why studyÌýBA (Hons) Multimedia Sports Journalism at BU?
- Take part in authentic news days and provide extensive coverage of local sports including AFC Bournemouth and other clubsÌý
- Graduate equipped to become a sports and convergence specialist and trained to be agile enough to respond to new technologies and consumer/audience behaviours
- Showcase your sports journalism to the public via our online platform BUzz, BU’s campus radio station, Nerve magazine and your own social media channels and websitesÌý
- Make invaluable industry connections during a four- or 30-week placement with national and regional media organisations
- LearnÌýfrom experienced professionals including senior industry guest speakers and our successful alumni
- ²¤ÂÜÊÓƵ is ranked in the top 20 universities for Journalism in the Guardian University Guide 2023
Course accreditations
National Council for the Training of Journalists (NCTJ) accreditation is very prominent on the course and you'll study towards the Level 5 NCTJ Diploma in Journalism during their three years at BU. You'll have the opportunity to gain this important industry qualification and graduate with the Gold standard (A-C) or standard diploma. Gaining this important industry qualificationÌýwill increase employability and ensure you are ready for a fast-paced newsroom. The tuition and first sit exam fees are included in university fees.
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Key information
Next start date:
September 2025, September 2026
Location:
²¤ÂÜÊÓƵ, Talbot Campus
Duration:
3 years full-time with a 4-week placement, or 4 years full-time with a 30-week placement. Foundation year: 4 years full-time with a 4-week placement or 5 years full-time with a 30-week placement
Accreditations:
National Council for the Training of Journalists (NCTJ)
Required subjects:
All subjects considered
Entry requirements:
ForÌýSeptember 2025 entry:Ìý104 - 120 UCAS tariff points including a minimum of two A-levels or equivalent.ÌýBTEC Extended Diploma: DMM. Foundation year: 48 - 72 UCAS tariff points.ÌýFor more information check out our full entry requirements.
International entry requirements:
For September 2025 entry: If English is not your first language you'll need IELTS (Academic) 7.5Ìýwith a minimum of 7.5 in writing, speaking, listening and reading,Ìýor equivalent.ÌýFor more information, check out our international entry requirements.