🎓 Màster de Formació Permanent en Periodisme Esportiu | Universitat Abat Oliba CEU
Màster de Formació Permanent en Periodisme Esportiu
Title
Master's degree (lifelong learning) in Sports Journalism
Academic area
Communication
Length / Credits
9 months / 60 ECTS
Format
In-person
Language
Spanish
ORGANIZED WITH
Student profile
Degree or higher degree (and elite athletes or journalists of proven professional standing)
Admissions and enrolment
Applying for access via the website, sending documentation and formalizing admission to the University.
Calendar and timetable
October to June.
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday: 9.00 to 13.30 (two 2-hour classes: 9.00 to 11.00 and 11.30 to 13.30).
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Why study at the UAO CEU?
Curriculum
1st term
2nd term
Teaching staff 
TEACHING BODY
Academic director
PhD in Journalism and sports journalist. Lecturer at UNO CeL and contributor to the Sports section of El Periódico de Catalunya. He has been editor-in-chief of the Sports section of eldiario.es and Crónica Global. He has also been editor for the sports magazines Náutica, El Mundo del Caballo and Golf Monthly. Currently, he is the owner and director of the website www.turf-cat.com, which specializes in horse racing, and has been proclaimed the best forecaster of this sport in the national press.
Coordinator of the master's program
Former director of SPORT. Former director of Sports Information at Prensa Ibérica. He has more than 40 years' experience as a journalist, working in different media outlets: he started out in 1982 at El Correo Catalán and, after working for La Mañana de Lleida and el Diari de Barcelona, he joined SPORT, where he held various management positions.
Contributing lecturers
Invited speakers
Internships and career opportunities 
INTERNSHIPS AND CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
As part of their training, students studying the Master's degree (lifelong learning) in Sports Journalism must carry out professional curricular internships, guaranteed by the University itself, in companies linked to sports journalism. Students need to complete these internships to be awarded the official qualification.
Taking this program allows graduates to become part of top-level professional teams and opens up recruitment opportunities in this developing sector.
Students who obtain the official Master's in Digital Communication and New Technologies from the Abat Oliba CEU University can develop their profession in the following areas:
Sports Media:
- Sports Journalist: Covers sports events, interviews athletes and analyses sports-related news.
- Sports Commentator: Provides live commentary during sports broadcast on television, radio or digital platforms.
- Sports Editor: Oversees and edits sports-related content for publication in print, online or audiovisual media.
- Field Reporter: Provides on-site coverage of sports events and real-time information.
- Sports Programme Presenter: Hosts sports analysis programmes, interviews and debates on television or radio.
- Sports Photojournalist: Takes striking pictures of sports events for use in print and digital media.
- Sports Producer: Coordinates the production of sports content for television, radio or online platforms.
New Technologies:
- Multimedia Journalist: Creates multimedia content such as videos, podcasts and infographics for digital platforms.
- Sports Community Manager: Manages social media and online communities related to sports and sports media.
- Sports App Developer: Contributes to the design and development of sports-related mobile apps and digital platforms.
- Sports Data Analyst: Uses data analysis tools to extract relevant information about statistics and performance in sport.
- Online Content Manager: Manages and updates sports content on websites and apps.
- Virtual/Augmented Reality Specialist: Explores and applies immersive technologies to enhance the online sports experience.
- Digital Sports Marketing Consultant: Collaborates in digital marketing strategies to promote sports events and specialized media.
Collaborators 
A collaboration between Diario Sport and the UAO CEU, between the passion for sports and the commitment to academic excellence, promoting together an innovative educational sports coverage.
TOTAL AMOUNT
€ 6,975*
*Current price for the 2025-26 academic year
The academic fees correspond solely and exclusively to the provision of the teaching service of the degree enrolled on, this being the only service corresponding to the payment of those fees. By enrolling, the student consents and accepts that the teaching, tutorials, internships and evaluation tests may be in-person or remote (when the competent authorities so require, either directly or indirectly).
The obligation to pay in full the aforementioned fees will still apply even in the event that, for reasons beyond the University's control, some of the training activities included in the degree cannot be carried out according to the teaching schedule established at the beginning of the academic year. Should this occur, the University will guarantee the student that said activity will be rescheduled when possible, taking into consideration the interest of the students and the other academic criteria that may apply.
HOW TO PAY
Once the reservation has been formalized, the remaining amount of the course fees can be paid in the following ways:
Single payment
A single payment carries a 3 % discount on course fees.
Instalments
In 3 instalments per academic year.
Monthly payments
In 10 instalments through special bank financing with CaixaBank at 0% interest. This method also carries a 3 % discount on course fees.
Other financing agreements
With Banco Santander, CaixaBank, BBVA and Banc Sabadell. These also carry a 3 % discount on course fees.
Cancellation of reservation
Cancellation of reservation: Students will have until 21 of June to cancel their reserved place. Students can therefore reserve their places now with full guarantees*
*Period subject to change.
FURTHER INFORMATION
Postgraduate and University Extension Programs
Bellesguard, 30. 08022 Barcelona
Tel. +34 93 253 72 03
[email protected]
Quality and standards 
ADMISSION PROFILE
Applicants for the Master's degree (lifelong learning) in Sports Journalism must hold a Spanish or foreign higher university degree equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree in the Anglo-Saxon system.
This profile includes:
This training program does not require prior experience in the field of digital communication and new technologies.
OBJECTIVES
Master's degree (lifelong learning) in Sports Journalism can offer a variety of objectives and benefits for students interested in this specific field. Some of the key objectives could include:
Professional Specialization: This master's degree provides students the opportunity to specialize and gain in-depth knowledge in the field of sports journalism, enabling them to stand out in a competitive job market.
Updating Knowledge: Sports journalism is constantly evolving with new trends, technologies and changes in the sports world. This master's degree enables students to keep up to date with the latest developments and trends in the field.
Development of Specific Skills: This master's program provides students the opportunity to hone specific skills needed for sports journalism, such as specialized writing, covering sports events, multimedia content production, social media management and critical analysis of sports events.
Professional Networking: Interaction with industry professionals, lecturers and classmates can help students build a valuable network of contacts that could be beneficial for future employment and collaboration opportunities.
Emphasis on Ethics and Responsibility: Many master's programs in sports journalism include modules that address ethical issues and responsibilities associated with the coverage of sports events, which is fundamental to the responsible practice of journalism.
Preparation for New Media and Platforms: Given the rapid evolution of technology and the way information is consumed, this master's program can prepare students to work on various platforms such as digital media, social networks and online broadcasting.
Improve Employment Prospects: Holding a master's in sports journalism can improve job prospects and open up opportunities in media outlets, sports agencies, sports teams, sports marketing companies, and other related areas.
Development of Critical Thinking: This master's program encourages the development of analytical and critical thinking skills that are essential for evaluating and understanding the complexity of the world of sport and its relationship with society.
Innovation Lab
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