This module allows the student the opportunity to work in a professional broadcast journalism environment. The equivalent of a minimum of 120 hours of independent study will be spent in work placement.
Students will try to use basic reporting skills of researching, writing, presentation, digital editing to gather information, assemble and produce stories for broadcast according to the brief given by their editor or assigned person you are working to. Students will be expected to initiate their own story ideas and use and improve their knowledge to the full.

A critical evaluation/report of 2000 words (70% weighting) (Learning Outcomes 1, 2, 3, 4)
A reflective diary of 1,000 words, plus work produced while on placement, where relevant, and editor/employer’s report (30% weighting) (Learning Outcomes 4, 5, 6, 7)
Students may carry out a single placement of at least 120 hours or a combination of placements adding up to a minimum of 120 hours reflecting their range of interests.


Employability

This module is designed to offer students a first-hand experience of the sports journalism workplace.


Diversity

Students will be encouraged to be conscious of issues relating to diversity and equality as they enter the workplace.


Reflection

Assessment 2 is a reflective evaluation.

13 x lectures (2 hour) = 26 hours, disseminating and explaining the key aspects of the work placement and matching aspirations to assessment requirements.

Individual tutorials (average 2 hours per student) = 2 hours, providing guidance and support based on individual student need, feedback and aims. 172 hours of independent learning, including minimum 120 hours of placement, developing a grasp and contextual overview of the industry based on the learning experience of identifying and realising placement opportunities.

A minimum of 120 hours will be spent in the work placement itself; this should be negotiated with your supervisor. Students have leeway to use all or part of their placement time in either or across both semesters according to the availability of placement slots and class attendance.
This will be supplemented by career development lectures or seminars, delivered by journalism team tutors and guest lecturers.
Independent research, study and content and CV production supplemented by group tutorials will total 172 hours.

1. Demonstrate knowledge of advanced journalism technologies

2. Demonstrate a systematic understanding of knowledge which is at the forefront of professional journalism practice

3. Systematically and creatively evaluate complex issues to make sound judgements and demonstrate clear decision making

4. Identify news content and priority for news bulletins, sound editorial understanding of what makes a news story and ability to find the news angle to a professional standard

5. Undertake effective time management and produce a work experience diary and portfolio

6. Demonstrate an ability to work professionally with a professional standard of news values and writing/broadcasting

7. Critically interrogate performance, recognise and address shortcomings and build on strengths

Blackboard

Library

Adams, Sally and Lee-Potter, Emma (2017) Interviewing for Journalists, Routledge.

Anderson, Douglas A., (1994) Contemporary Sports Reporting, Nelson-Hall

Andrews, P. (2013) Sports Journalism – A Practical Introduction, Sage.

Boyle, Raymond (2006) Sports Journalism – Context and Issues, Sage.

Boyle, Raymond (2020) Changing Sports Journalism Practice in the Age of Digital, Routledge

Bradshaw, Paul and Rohumaa, Liisa (2011) The Online Journalism Handbook, Pearson.

Bradshaw, Tom and Minogue, Daragh (2019) Sports Journalism – The State of Play, Routledge.

Bull A. (2016) Multimedia Journalism – A Practical Guide, Routledge.

Frost, C. (2010) Reporting for Journalists, Routledge.

Harcup, T. (2021) Journalism Principles and Practice, Sage.

Hudson, G & Rowlands, S (2007) The Broadcast Journalism Handbook, Pearson

Phillips, A. (2007) Good Writing for Journalists, Sage.

Rudin, R., and Ibbotson, T., (2002) An Introduction to Journalism - essential techniques and background, Focal Press

Steen, R. (2013) Sports Journalism, A Multimedia Primer, Routledge.

Stewart, Peter and Alexander, Ray. (2016, 7th ed) Broadcast Journalism, Routledge

Toney, J. (2013) Sports Journalism – The Inside Track, Bloomsbury.

Willings Press Guide (2018) Chesham, Cision

Wilstein, S., (2002) Sportswriting handbook, McGraw-Hill


Ofcom Programme Codes published at http://www.ofcom.org.uk/radio/ifi/codes/ http://www.ofcom.org.uk/tv/ifi/codes/
www.guardian.co.uk
www.holdthefrontpage.co.uk
www.jobs4journalists.co.uk
www.pressgazette.co.uk
www.journalism.co.uk
www.sportsjournalists.co.uk
www.broadcastfreelancer.com
www.broadcastnow.co.uk
www.jobsinbroadcast.co.uk

Other texts advised on an individual basis depending on student interests and placements.

None

This module prepares you for the world of professional sports journalism and you will undertake a minimum of 120 hours in a sports media-based work environment. It might be at a newspaper, radio station, football club or a TV station. But the experiences and contacts made often lead to an offer of a full-time job.

You will also learn how to build a professional CV and website that will attract the attention of potential employers.