Catalog Program Description:
The Bachelor of Science in Sports Media Studies program prepares students for dynamic careers at the intersection of sports, media, and communication. This interdisciplinary program combines foundational knowledge in communication studies, sports management, and media production with specialized courses in sports media. Students will develop practical skills in multimedia content creation, gain insights into the business of sports, and explore the societal impact of sports media.
Graduates of the program will be equipped with a strong foundation in sports media. They will possess advanced communication skills, proficiency in multimedia production and content creation, and a deep understanding of the complex relationship between sports, media, and society. Additionally, graduates will gain practical experience through internships, develop critical thinking abilities, and acquire knowledge of the business and ethical aspects of the sports media industry.
| Course Requirements | ||
| See the Core Curriculum Requirements | 42 | |
| Required Courses in the Major | 18 | |
| COMS 1307 | Mass Communication in Society | 3 |
| or COMS 1315 | Fundamentals of Public Speaking | |
| HHPS 110 | Introduction to Sport Analytics in Sport Management | 3 |
| HHPS 320 | Legal & Ethical Issues in Sport and Recreation Management | 3 |
| SPME 390 | Multimedia Sports Writing | 3 |
| SPME 450 | Modern Sports Media Analysis and Production | 3 |
| SPME 499 | Sports Media Internship | 3 |
| Choose 9 Hours from the Following COMS Courses | 9 | |
| COMS 301 | Computer Mediated Communication | 3 |
| COMS 303 | Images with Messages | 3 |
| COMS 317 | Interpersonal Communication | 3 |
| COMS 406 | Nonverbal Communication | 3 |
| COMS 444 | Communication and Compliance Gaining | 3 |
| COMS 3301 | Podcast Production | 3 |
| COMS 4353 | Social Media | 3 |
| Choose 9 Hours from the Following HHPS Courses | 9 | |
| HHPS 210 | Sport Psychology | 3 |
| HESM 300 | E-Sports: Convention, Event and Trade Show Planning | 3 |
| HHPS 305 | Programming and Events in Sport and Recreation | 3 |
| HHPS 350 | Social Issues in Global Sport Economy | 3 |
| HHPS 400 | Management of Sport & Recreation Organizations | 3 |
| HHPS 420 | Marketing for Sport & Recreation | 3 |
| Minimum 18 Hours Required in the Minor | 18 | |
| Electives Required to Meet Minimum Program Hours | 24 | |
| Total Hours | 120 | |
| First Year | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall | Hours | Spring | Hours |
| ENG 1301 | 3 | ENG 1302 | 3 |
| HIST 1301 | 3 | HIST 1302 | 3 |
| CID 1300 or 2301 | 3 | COMS 1307 or 1315 | 3 |
| US Lang, Phil, Culture (040) | 3 | PSCI 2305 | 3 |
| US Creative Arts (050) | 3 | Elective | 3 |
| 15 | 15 | ||
| Second Year | |||
| Fall | Hours | Spring | Hours |
| Lower level minor course | 3 | PSCI 2306 | 3 |
| Elective | 3 | MATH 1314 | 3 |
| Core Degree Pathway (090) | 3 | Choose from required HHPS courses | 3 |
| HHPS 110 | 3 | Core Science (030) | 3 |
| Core Science (030) | 3 | Choose from required COMS courses | 3 |
| 15 | 15 | ||
| Third Year | |||
| Fall | Hours | Spring | Hours |
| Social and Behavioral Science (080) | 3 | Choose from required HHPS courses | 3 |
| Lower level minor course | 3 | Upper level minor course | 3 |
| Choose from required COMS courses | 3 | Choose from required COMS courses | 3 |
| Elective | 3 | SPME 390 | 3 |
| Elective | 3 | Elective | 3 |
| 15 | 15 | ||
| Fourth Year | |||
| Fall | Hours | Spring | Hours |
| SPME 450 | 3 | SPME 499 | 3 |
| HHPS 320 | 3 | Upper level minor course | 3 |
| Choose from required HHPS courses | 3 | Elective | 3 |
| Lower level minor course | 3 | Elective | 3 |
| Elective | 3 | Upper level minor course | 3 |
| 15 | 15 | ||
| Total Hours: 120 | |||
