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Sports TV and Radio BA (Hons)

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About the course

If you want to work in sports television this course is for you. It will help you develop your technical and production skills in a multi-camera studio environment and also on location at live sports events.
there will be many opportunities to develop your research skills, industry awareness and employability.

The units include learning in the multi camera HD TV studio and shooting at live sports events as well as options in radio production for sports programming and sports journalism.

The teaching team's TV industry connections are very strong and this course is based on current industry practice and new developments in sports broadcasting. The course will also give you the chance to collaborate with other undergraduate students from the BA Sports Journalism, BA Television Production and BA Broadcast TV and Radio courses.

Bedfordshire's alumni success in sports broadcasting industry is very strong, with former students working for high profile production companies, including BT Sport, Sky Sports and Eurosport.

This course can also be studied part-time over six years.

  • Apply Via - UCAS
  • Course Level - Undergraduate
  • UCAS Code - P321
  • Campus Location - University Square Campus, Luton
  • Start Dates - Oct
  • Duration - 3 Years
  • Attendance - Full-time | Part-time | Part-time day
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This course has the option to be taken over four years which includes a year placement in industry. Undertaking a year in industry has many benefits. You gain practical experience and build your CV, as well as being a great opportunity to sample a profession and network with potential future employers.

There is no tuition fee for the placement year enabling you to gain an extra year of experience for free.

*Only available to UK/EU students.

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Why choose this course?

  • Benefit from a range of teaching and learning modes including: lectures, practical workshops, screenings and industry master classes.
  • Classes are delivered by tutors with experience in the UK and international television and radio industries.
  • Work in state-of-the-art television and radio studios and edit suites.
  • Have access to our Media Stores, which is equipped with industry standard camera, sound and lighting equipment.
Visit the School of Culture and Communications

 

Unit Information - What will I learn?

Units

  • Introduction To Digital Storytelling (MED056-1) Compulsory
  • Reporting And Writing (MED011-1) Compulsory
  • Tv Programme Content & Creation (MED017-1) Compulsory
  • Tv Studio Production (MED013-1) Compulsory
  • Becoming A Freelancer (MED062-2) Compulsory
  • Multimedia Newsdays (MED075-2) Compulsory
  • Outside Broadcasting (MED084-2) Compulsory
  • Practical Sports Journalism (MED018-2) Compulsory
  • Sports Podcasting (MED085-2) Compulsory
  • Dissertation Special Project - Cnc (MED079-3) Compulsory
  • Practical Special Project - Cnc (MED078-3) Compulsory
  • Studio Sports Production (MED083-3) Compulsory
  • Advanced Multimedia Journalism (MED071-3) Optional
  • Radio 24/7 (MED013-3) Optional
  • Sport, Media And Culture (MED018-3) Optional

How will I be assessed?

Self-directed learning is essential for you in a discipline where working alone is often a key part of the production process.

The pathway to self-initiated learning and research is introduced through course teaching and developed through reflective-practitioner tasks and autonomous learning is encouraged throughout, culminating in the final Special Project units which requires you to devise, develop and produce a piece or television, radio or, alternatively, a research-based dissertation with minimal guidance from staff.

Entry Requirements

  • UK
  • EU
  • International

We will consider you as an individual and take into account all elements of your application, not just your qualifications. We are looking for breadth and depth in your current studies and enthusiasm for the subject you wish to study.

UCAS introduced a new tariff for courses from September 2017. This means the points you will be asked for are different to previous years but the grades you receive have not changed.

  • At least 112 points with 96 points from at least 2 A level passes
  • At least 112 points with Distinction Merit Merit in BTEC Extended Diploma or Distinction* Distinction* in BTEC Diploma
  • A completed Access to Higher Education Diploma (with 12 merits and 12 distinctions at level 3)
  • Equivalent qualifications such as Irish Leaving Certificate, OCR Nationals, International Baccalaureate and CACHE Level 3 awards.

For more clarification about your qualifications in the new tariff view the UCAS tariff calculator

Contact the Admissions Team for additional guidance on whether the qualifications you currently hold or are taking would be suitable for entry.

T: +44 (0)1582 743500
E: admission@beds.ac.uk

As a general guide, to apply for a place on an undergraduate course (BA/BSc) at the University you need to have completed your high school education and have the required English qualification.

We have students from all the European Union member countries so we are quick to make decisions on most qualifications. See your country page for more details

 

Check Your Country page to confirm that your local qualifications are suitable or contact your International Admissions Team.

 

 

How will this course improve my career prospects?

Sports TV Production is an attractive and unique proposition for UK and overseas students wanting to pursue a career in sports television production. It is estimated that the sports industry in the UK is worth £20.3bn and generates almost half-a-million jobs. This course could lead to a career as a sports journalist, news journalist, web content manager or public relations officer.

Fees and Funding

  • UK
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  • International

The full-time standard undergraduate tuition fee for the Academic Year 2020/21 is £9,250 per year. You can apply for a loan from the Government to help pay for your tuition fees. You can also apply for a maintenance loan from the Government to help cover your living costs.

See www.gov.uk/student-finance

The University of Bedfordshire offers a number of scholarships and bursaries to help you finance your studies.

See www.beds.ac.uk/scholarships

The University reserves the right to increase tuition fees by no more than inflation.

Alternatively if you have any questions around fees and funding, please email admission@beds.ac.uk

The full-time standard undergraduate tuition fee for the Academic Year 2020/21 is £9,250 per year. You can apply for a loan from the Government to help pay for your tuition fees.

See www.gov.uk/student-finance

The University of Bedfordshire offers a number of scholarships and bursaries to help you finance your studies.

See www.beds.ac.uk/scholarships

The University reserves the right to increase tuition fees by no more than inflation.

Alternatively if you have any questions around fees and funding, please email admission@beds.ac.uk

The full-time standard undergraduate tuition fee for the academic year 2020/21 is £12,350 per year. A prompt payment discount is available if you pay the full Year 1 fee before or at registration. There are also special scholarships available.

See www.beds.ac.uk/intfees

The University reserves the right to increase tuition fees by no more than inflation.

Alternatively if you have any questions around fees and funding, please email admission@beds.ac.uk

Extra Costs

Find out more about additional costs while studying at Bedfordshire. Click here.

Facilities

Postgraduate & CPD Centre

Postgraduate & CPD Centre

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Campus Library

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STEM Building

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Luton campus centre

Luton Campus Centre

The Campus Centre brings together all our student services under one roof including the Students’ Union and spaces to eat, drink, relax and learn.

There's a large central lecture theatre as well as a range of study rooms & breakout spaces on the upper floors.

Luton campus accommodation

Luton Campus Accommodation

The University guarantees accommodation to all new students. Fitzroy Court and Wenlock Court, the two main halls of residence, are located on campus so getting to lectures, shopping in town and participating in events and activities is easy.

STEM building

STEM building

The STEM building is home to courses in the subject areas of science, technology, engineering and mathematics.

Opened in Autumn 2019, its cutting edge facilities provides four computer laboratories; workshops for subjects such as automotive engineering, cyber-security and robotics, along with three large teaching labs, and four specialist containment labs. 

Luton campus library

Luton Campus Library

The library is a modern 9-storey building dedicated to study and learning.

As well as traditional library provisions it offers individual and group study spaces, a cafeteria on the ground floor and a ‘Study Hub’ offering guidance and workshops on academic writing and research skills to ensure all Bedfordshire students get the help they need to succeed in their studies.

Aspire gym - Luton

Aspire Gym - Luton

The Aspire Gym has state of the art cardiovascular equipment with smart phone compatibility. There is also an extensive range of fixed resistance machines and a small free weights area.

Changing rooms with showers and lockers are available for members to use.

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PG and CPD Centre

The Postgraduate & CPD Centre at Luton campus is home to our University's postgraduate courses and continuing professional development (CPD) students from industry.

The Centre has modern lecture theatres and seminar rooms and a large ground floor lounge area where careers fairs and speaker events take place.

TV studioMedia Arts

Our Media Arts Centre has state-of-the-art facilities for students on our journalism, media and writing degrees.

Facilities include broadcast television and digital radio studios, digital video editing suites, electronic newsrooms, white space studio, multimedia suites, and additional studios for online and design work.

School of Art and Design

Luton Cultural Quarter

The School of Art and Design is located in the Cultural Quarter of the town.

The Cultural Quarter is a regeneration project to convert the old hat manufacturing area of Luton into a hub for the creative industries.

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Luton - Location

The Luton campus is right in the centre of town next to a large shopping mall and within easy walking distance of train and bus stations. Luton is the largest town in Bedfordshire, approximately 50km north of London which is a 30-minute train journey away. Luton has excellent transport links to the rest of the UK and Europe.

How to Apply

  • UK
  • EU
  • International

Application for most full-time undergraduate and foundation courses is via the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS).

We expect to receive UCAS applications between 1 September and 15 January for courses starting in the following academic year, but may consider applications received after this date should places be available.

Please contact admission@beds.ac.uk for further details.

All UK schools and colleges are registered with UCAS to manage their students' applications. Advice on how to submit your UCAS application is available from your school or college.

If you are not at school or college (including mature students) you should apply independently via UCAS

EU students applying for a full-time undergraduate degree at the University of Bedfordshire should apply via UCAS or direct using our admissions form

International students applying for a full-time undergraduate degree at the University of Bedfordshire should apply direct using our admissions form or via our representatives in your home country

You can also apply online

Find out more about how to apply as an International student

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