Sports Journalism and Communications with Foundation Year
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Duration
- 4 Years
- Mode
- Part-time
- Subject
- Sports Science
- Location
- United Kingdom
- Next intake
- SEP 2026
Overview
• Study our brand-new curriculum, which has been updated to keep pace with the industry and develop skills which you can utilise in the world of journalism and communications. • Build your experience by working in the sport you’re most passionate about while you’re studying. We’ll use our extensive contacts to help you get your foot in the door at sports clubs and media organisations, and we’ll provide access to international, national and domestic sporting events. • Learn from tutors that are experienced and well connected, having worked for organisations such as the BBC, ITV, the Premier League, The Guardian and The Times. • 11th for satisfaction with teaching - The Guardian University Guide 2026 • 16th for career after 15 months - The Guardian University Guide 2026 • 17th for Journalism in the UK - The Guardian University Guide 2026
Entry requirements
| UCAS Tariff points | 72 UCAS points |
|---|---|
| A levels | DDD |
| T Levels | Pass |
| BTEC | MMP |
| Access to HE Diploma | Pass · Pass; with 60 credits: 45 at Level 3 with a minimum |
English language requirements
| IELTS | 7.0 overall, no part below 6.5 |
|---|
IELTS: 7.0 (with at least 6.5 in each skills area)
Fees
International students: £17,500 per year
UK students: £9,535 per year
UK/Home: £9,535 per year
International: £17,500 per year
Start dates
September 2026
Application deadline
UCAS deadline (equal consideration); UCAS Extra: from late February; Clearing: from July 2026
Campus
- Derby (Markeaton Street), United Kingdom
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