Welcome to the BSc, Journalism - Sports Media

Earn your Sports Media degree as a concentration in the Bachelor of Science Journalism program through the School of Journalism and Strategic Media in the College of Media and Entertainment at MTSU. The sports journalism degree offers students from all majors an opportunity to gain additional exposure to the sports industry and its impact on society. This emphasis can be beneficial for students who wish to pursue sports careers in print/online media, public relations, promotions, marketing communications, and broadcast journalism. You don't have to be a pro athlete to appreciate the thrill of the game. Sports Media connects your passion with a multitude of exciting career options. Many of our students have found employment in radio play-by-play, TV sports, newspaper and online sports reporting, sports public relations, and sports marketing. Many others work in industries where at least part of the job is in the sports industry.

Career Path

Sports Media connects your passion with a multitude of exciting sports journalism career options including: Communications, Content Specialist, Journalist, Play-by-play, Podcasting, Producing, Public Relations, Social Media, Sports Information, Television Reporter.

Eligibility

Post Study Work Visa

Post Study Work Visa availability - YES

Admission Requirements

We’ve simplified the admission process to help you get started quickly and easily. You can find all requirements for admission to Middle Tennessee State University below

1. WASSCE/A level Certificate 

2. School Transcript

3. Passport

4. Recommendation Letter

English Language Requirement

Middle Tennessee State University will accept, for the purposes of meeting the English proficiency requirement, English taken in 12 year education or English is designated as the primary and official language, and the principle language of instruction. If you do not meet the English language requirements yet, you can achieve the level you need by successfully completing a pre-sessional English programme with the university or submit  

1. English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5 (or equivalent) or PTE Score or Duolingo English Test score before you start your course.

Intakes

September, 2025

From January, 2025 to June, 2025

Open

January, 2025

From January, 2025 to October, 2025

Open

September, 2026

From May, 2025 to June, 2026

Open