Credit Points 10

Legacy Code 200996

Coordinator Jess Richards Opens in new window

Description Sport is now at the heart of many cultures with sport consumption, in a variety of forms, playing a significant role in the lives of many people. This subject explores and explains the sporting experience, providing an understanding of those who consume sport and the relationship between sport, its consumers, and the media. The subject equips students with the tools required to work with the media, producing resources, and to engage with and through social media platforms.

School Business

Discipline Business and Management, Not Elsewhere Classified.

Student Contribution Band HECS Band 4 10cp

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Level Undergraduate Level 2 subject

Equivalent Subjects BUSM 2038 - Strategic Communication in Sport
LGYA 7216 - Sport Management 2
LGYA 4796 - Communication in Sport

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this subject, students should be able to:

1. Analyse the sporting experience with an understanding of factors related to the Sportscape
2. Explore the relationship between various types of mass media and the subsequent demand for sport
3. Explain sport consumers’ behaviour from a theoretical perspective
4. Examine the practices and policies which will prepare sports organisations to work with the media
5. Create sports-related writing for a club or organisation
6. Engage with social media platforms in a professional capacity
   

Subject Content

1. The sporting experience
2. Sports consumers and fans use of social media
3. Working with the media
4. Sport in the digital era, including social media
5. Sports writing
6. Sports Public Relations

Special Requirements

Essential equipment

An iPad, equivalent smart device, or laptop (PC/MAC) is essential in order for students to complete assessment and engage in tutorial activities.