B.A. Sport Journalism

As a reaction to the intense transformational processes in the branches of sport, media and communication, the German Sport University offers a nationwide unique university study programme in B.A. Sport Journalism. This is focused on the fields of journalism, media practice, sports practice and communications science studies.

The degree course is directed at persons who exhibit a strong inclination to matters of sport and are interested in the journalistic preparation of topics in the field of sport. In addition, they should be open to all aspects of the multi-faceted world of media.

The aim of the study course is to impart knowledge for a specialist qualification in journalism and communication in sport. Hereby, the necessary disciplines of sport science, journalism and communications science are taught in an integrated form. The guiding principle of the course of study is in accord with the job market requirements. Nowadays it is not only expected that sport journalists have a command of the journalistic tools of the trade; a deep knowledge of sport science is also necessary. Key qualifications are the ability to think analytically in a structured fashion and being able to report in an appropriate informed way.

Due to its wide range of subject fields, the German Sport University Cologne holds a special position amongst the universities on a national and international level. Its research, teaching, further education and consultation activities revolve around sport and exercise as a common and comprehensive point of reference.

The university consequently strives to take the structural change in sport and exercise science into account and emphasises the increasing significance of sport and exercise regarding health, social policy and the economy. Accordingly, the university has greatly expanded the spectrum of tasks and fields of application for sport and exercise science, in the hope of creating new, innovative solutions.

The German Sport University Cologne is dedicated to ensuring its position as leader in both national and international sport and exercise science.