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Sports Journalism & Sports Marketing

Bachelor of Arts 6 Semester Deutsch Vollzeit / Fernstudium

About the Program

Sports means emotion and often has high social significance. For some, sports is simply the most beautiful side issue in the world. Sports takes place so intensively in public especially because of communication.

Making sporting events tangible through image and sound - that is the appeal for sports journalists. In the tension between athletes, managers, media representatives and sponsors, you are actively involved.

You learn about the mechanisms of the media economy and gain in-depth insight into German media and press law. You also learn to place your reporting in a broader socio-political context.

What You'll Learn

  • Sports Journalism for TV, Radio, Print, Online & Mobile
  • Media and Press Law
  • Public Relations & Marketing Management
  • Sports Marketing for Business, Mass & Professional Sports
  • Understanding & Implementing Marketing Strategies
  • Conducting Press Conferences & Interviews
  • Professional Skills, Management Skills & Smart Skills

Ultimately, it's all about conveying the fascination of sport and reporting with passion on events that move millions of people.

Curriculum

First & Second Semester – Fundamentals10 modules+
ModuleFundamentals of Journalism6 ECTS
ModuleMedia Economics & Press Law6 ECTS
ModuleMarketing & Communication6 ECTS
ModuleAcademic Writing6 ECTS
Third & Fourth Semester – Specialization10 modules+
ModuleSports Journalism (TV, Radio, Print)8 ECTS
ModuleSports Marketing (Business & Sports)8 ECTS
ModulePublic Relations & PR6 ECTS
ModuleOnline & Mobile Journalism12 ECTS
Fifth & Sixth Semester – Advanced Specialization & Completion6 modules + thesis+
ModuleSports Marketing for Mass & Professional Sports6 ECTS
ModulePractical Sports Journalism Project12 ECTS
ModuleSocio-Political Context6 ECTS
ModuleBachelor Thesis12 ECTS

Your Perspectives After Graduation

As a sports journalist, you dive deep into the world of sports: from transfers to victories and defeats, you report first-hand. As a sports marketing expert, you represent clubs, are responsible for marketing and serve as the interface to media representatives.

Prospects after graduation
Possible fields of work & employers
Sports Departments at TV, Radio, Print, Online & Mobile Press Agencies with Focus on Sports PR & Communication Agencies Corporate Communications of Sports Service Providers Marketing Departments of Sports Clubs & Associations Consulting Activity in Sports Marketing