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Sport Media - BA

Sport Media

Degree: Bachelor of Arts
Sport Media students working on computers and soundboards in a lab on campus.

Full-time format: 
4 Year

Part-time format:
N/A

Requirements: 
Grades-Only

Grade range:
 
80-85%

Faculty:
The Creative School

Experiential learning:

Internship mandatory


Is this degree for you?

Turn your passion for sports into a thriving career in the only degree program of its kind in Canada. In the Sport Media degree program at ×ÔÒùϵÁÐ (×ÔÒùϵÁÐ), you’ll study in the heart of Toronto, Canada’s media capital. Here, you’ll explore the business, storytelling and production sides of sports, and get practical experience in sport marketing, sport journalism, live production, on-air hosting and more. 

WIth interactive broadcasting projects, live game coverage and access to elite industry memberships, you’ll build high-demand technical skills while using cutting-edge equipment including the Sportsnet RTA Production Centre. You’ll graduate with a professional portfolio and a strong industry network to set yourself apart from the competition.

Explore your courses

The following is a preview of first-year courses based on the available current academic Undergraduate Calendar for this program.

1st Semester

REQUIRED:

  • CSE 100 Wicked Problems and Creative Intervention
  • RTA 103 Intro to Digital Media
  • RTA 104 Introductory Audio Production
  • RTA 108 Sport Media Message Design

LIBERAL STUDIES:
One course from Table A - Lower Level Liberal Studies.

2nd Semester

REQUIRED:

OPEN ELECTIVE: One Open Elective

LIBERAL STUDIES:
One course from Table A - Lower Level Liberal Studies.

Career possibilities

  • Broadcaster
  • Director
  • Esports producer
  • Journalist
  • Videographer

Employer possibilities

  • Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC)
  • Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment (MLSE)
  • PHWL
  • Sportsnet
  • Rogers Sports and Media

Further education

  • Digital Media (MDM)
  • Documentary Media (MFA)
  • Journalism (MJ)
  • Media Production (MA)

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Gain real-world experience

In this program, you'll gain experience inside and outside the classroom:


Career-integrated internship program

Combine your academic studies with a mandatory internship placement.

Apply your skills

Experience diverse learning formats including industry networking, cutting-edge technologies, and live production studios.

Explore the world and big ideas

Pursue an international exchange, travel intensives or the Global Campus Studio, an internationally-focused virtual course where you’ll collaborate with students from around the world.

Requirements

This is a Grades-Only program. Admission decisions for Grades-Only programs are based on academic performance.

Academic requirements for full-time, 4-year program

To be considered for admission, Ontario high school students must meet the following requirements:

  • Completion of the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
  • Completion of 6 Grade 12 U or M courses with a minimum overall average of 70%
  • Completion of the following required Grade 12 U course:
  • English/anglais (ENG4U/EAE4U) (minimum grade of 70%)

An overall average of 70% is required for consideration. Due to competition, the average needed for admission can fluctuate each year (it depends on the number of applications received and the number of spaces available). The grade range at the top of this page represents the average required in previous years.

Academic admission requirements for all other applicants are available on the admission requirements page. If you haven’t been educated in Ontario, you may be considered with the equivalent of the Ontario requirements. ×ÔÒùϵÁÐ reserves the right to determine equivalency at its sole discretion.


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Fees and funding

Tuition and fees range 2026-2027

For detailed fees info, visit tuition and fees by program and costs to expect.

Full-time format:

Ontario: $7,466 - $8,018
Out-of-province: $9,266 - $9,851
International: $38,733 - $39,209

Over $20M across all levels of study

We award more than $20M in awards, scholarships and bursaries throughout all years of study. 
Find scholarships for you.
 

Explore financial assistance

Learn more about government financial aid programs like OSAP, out-of-province student loans and U.S. student loans.
Apply for financial assistance.
 

"In the Sports Media program, you have the opportunity to interact and network with a lot of industry professionals, and working on group production projects taught me how to communicate and collaborate with them effectively."

- Juan Morales, Sport Media, Class of 2021, Emmy winner

100%

Students employed within 2 years of graduation

The Creative School

Creativity is the catalyst for building the future — driving insights, inspiring learning and expanding what’s possible. At The Creative School at ×ÔÒùϵÁÐ, creativity is at the heart of every experience. With unique programs, global partnerships and practical experience in the heart of Toronto, you’ll evolve your craft. You’ll graduate ready for an impactful, fulfilling career.

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Sport Media alum recognized with an Emmy win

Juan Morales graduated from the Sport Media program in 2021 and has been relentlessly pursuing his dreams ever since. From working on creative productions for some of the world's largest sports organizations to becoming a social media content educator, Morales' success is a product of his unwavering work ethic, culminating with his most recent achievement that awarded him his first Emmy, recognizing his coverage of the NHL Draft Day. 

Read more: Sport Media alum recognized with an Emmy Win

Sport Media graduate, Juan Morales.


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While every effort is made to ensure accuracy on this site, in the event of a discrepancy, ×ÔÒùϵÁÐ's current Undergraduate Calendar is the official reference.