The department regularly offers sports media courses associated with video, field, and audio production, which are offered in conjunction with the University’s participation in NCAA Division 1 sports competitions (on-air broadcasting and streaming through ESPN3 broadcasts, and the Sports Division of the campus radio station, WVUR). Students have access to high-definition video and audio production studios and field equipment, and post-production labs and software to develop their portfolios and complete course-related assignments.
The program’s goal is to develop proficiencies to apply appropriate information technologies and methodologies to help individuals or organizations achieve their goals through the use of sports media by:
- Anticipating the changing direction of sports media
- Evaluating and communicating the potential utility of new technologies utilized in sports media
- Living and working as a contributing, well-rounded member of society through ethical sports media practices
In accomplishing these goals, the program will:
- Familiarize students with the technology and skills required to be successful in sports media
- Provide significant hands-on internship experience in a real-world setting
- Enable students to integrate management skills and ethical perspectives into their study
- Prepare students for employment in sports media
Admission
Applicants must meet the graduate admission requirements (see here ). In addition, an undergraduate minor in Communication or one of its components is desirable. Some program coursework is available online during the later summer; otherwise, students are strongly encouraged to begin the program in the fall semester. Students may be eligible for admission to this program as an Early Entry student. See here for more information.
Curriculum
The Master of Science in Sports Media may be completed in 15 to 18 months. International students are strongly recommended to take 24 months to complete the degree program. The program requires core competencies, supporting competencies, and elective course work in the Department of Communication and other selected programs.
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