Include the capture, editing and professional broadcasting of quality impactful sports images into your professional skill set and compete in a flexible and innovative sector that needs trained professionals who can offer a new vision of this field"

The course begins with an essential review of the  "History of Photographic Journalism", which addresses its historical evolution from the very beginning of photography and its subsequent use in the field of journalism, examing the technical and historical aspects that have conditioned this trajectory along the way. 

The course analyzes the works of the most relevant photojournalists throughout history, from Roger Fenton's coverage of the Crimean War to the current national and international photojournalists: Jacob Riis, Erich Salomon, Donald McCullin, James Nachtwey, Gervasio Sánchez, etc. 

It is very important to define what we understand by Photographic Journalism and other closely related models that we can include within what is sometimes a far-reaching field. All the while being aware not only of the importance of the photographic medium, but also of all its limitations. 

We will make special mention of the historical evolution of Spanish photojournalism and the role of women within it. Firstly, we must focus with special attention on the Spanish Civil War, not just because it marks the beginning of this form of expression but also because it is often considered to be the field's golden age. Secondly, our attention turns to the woman who created Robert Capa, the most legendary photojournalist of all time, namely: Gerda Taro. 

This course offers a more concrete vision of today's profession, we will see how Photojournalism combines the art of photography and the craft of journalism. At its core are the artistic and aesthetic aspects of the image combined with the information that is being communicated. Photographic journalism is, in short, a journalistic specialty which aims to inform others by means of the photographic image. Sports photojournalism is not only governed by the immediacy of the news, but also by the testimonial value of the sports report and the incisive nature of the interview, which suggests that it is related to each and every one of the genres of journalism, the only essential difference being that its raw material is not the word, but the image. 

This module will analyse the range of genres within photojournalism and the variety of specializations in the field, such as events, conflicts, environmental or street photojournalism. This theoretical and practical tour through the genres and subgenres will allow for an in-depth analysis of the photojournalist's approach and preparation based on the type of work they are facing. 

The aim is, on the one hand, to examine the qualities that each image must have according to the journalistic genre for which it is to be used and, on the other, to delve into the specific criteria that must be taken into account in practice. In this sense, the photojournalist must know how much prior research is necessary, especially when covering in-depth projects such as wars.

The module will also address the ethical and legal issues involved in the different genres, with special emphasis on image editing (pixelation) and the need for photojournalists to know the regulatory and ethical limitations which they must follow in the exercise of their profession. To this end, the course willl cover  the fundamental rights which photojournalists must be aware of, such as the right to information, privacy and image rights or the special protection afforded to minors and people with disabilities. 

Sports photojournalism, or the journalistic image in sports, has been and is a determining factor in assessing the state of sports journalism both nationally and internationally. Traditionally, the role of the sports journalist has been an undervalued position, especially by their own colleagues in the media who commonly refer to the sports editorial department as the ‘Toy Department’.

The same attitude can be found in the academic field towards studies related to media and sports. For this reason, and with special emphasis on the figure of the sports photojournalist as they are one of the most forgotten in the sector, this module focuses on discovering and placing value on photojournalism in sport. The student will experience a historical journey through the most iconic images that represent the most transcendent events and figures in the sporting world. 

The value of an iconic image representing sport in a given context can even transcend to other journalistic fields such as politics, economics and social issues. It is essential to recognize the differences between a photojournalist who covers a specific sport and is able to understand the way the game unfolds and empathize with the athlete in key moments, and those who are involved in sports but in other professions. This specialization will enable professionals to be decisive in capturing and reflecting not only what happens during the sporting event but also what frames it, such as the moments prior to the start, the reactions of the fans and the different protagonists as the event plays out as well as the emotions that arise at the end of the event. 

Finally, it is also important to bear in mind the power of the photographic image in sports. In an era which tends towards spectacularization and where, thanks to social networks and the wide variety of digital platforms on offer, images increase in value as a source of news. Last but by no means least, it is essential to understand the way that women have been represented through the journalistic image in the sports media in order to advance towards a more equitable and ethical treatment, which no longer seeks to use sexualization or success as the only motives for the representation of women in sports. 

A modern vision of sports photography, aimed at breaking the most common archaic molds in this sector"

This postgraduate diploma in Sports Photojournalism offers you the advantages of a highly academic, scientific and technological program. These are some of its most notable features:  

• The latest technology available in online teaching software
• A highly visual teaching system, supported by graphic and schematic contents that are easy to assimilate and understand
• Practical cases presented by practising experts
• State of the art interactive video systems
• Teaching supported by telepractice
• Continuous updating and recycling systems
• Autonomous learning: full compatibility with other occupations
• Practical exercises for self evaluation and learning verification
• Support groups and educational synergies: questions to the expert, debate and knowledge forums
• Communication with the teacher and individual reflection work
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection
• Banks of complementary documentation permanently available, even after you have finished the course

A real process to acquire the specialized skills that will allow you to take impactful photographs that will set you apart from the competition"

The team of teachers on the postgraduate diploma in Sports Photojournalism has extensive experience of university teaching, both at undergraduate and graduate level, alongside a wealth of experience as working professionals, which allows them to know, first hand, the profound transformation that this sector is undergoing, with the incorporation of new models. Their direct experience, their knowledge, as well as their analytical capacity are the best sources with which to grasp the keys to the present and the future of an exciting profession for those who are passionate about sports and communication. 

The methodology of TECH Technological University postgraduate diploma, a 100% online format, allows students too easily manage their work obligations with their studies and their personal lives. 

This compendium of educational knowledge makes this postgraduate diploma a specialization degree that compiles all the relevant and essential aspects needed in order to turn professional journalists into authentic experts.

Learn how to create impactful images which will capture the attention”

Acquire the quick decision-making and technical agility you need to produce quality sports images"

Learn all the essential information related to each and every one of the areas of development in Sports Photojournalism, a complete learning experience that includes the general and cultural knowledge necessary to interpret the professional landscape and adapt to every requirement, capturing and editing spectacular, shocking and interesting images for any form of sports media. 

Benefit from a historical analysis of the great sports photographers in history, which will serve as a base from which you can make your work stand out form the crowd"

General Objectives

• Examine the different photographic genres related to journalism
• Analyze the importance of photography in journalism
• Investigate the evolution of the photographic press since its inception
• Study the most important photographers and works in the history of photojournalism
• Distinguish the genres and specialties within photojournalism
• Apply the techniques and specificities of each of them
• Discriminate the differences between Photojournalism for informative and opinion purposes
• Analyze the figure and functions of the sports photojournalist 
• Establish an appropriate methodology for working in different sporting events
• Identify the value of the sports photographer and their work in recent history
• Generate specialized knowledge of the importance of photography on the front pages of sports media

Specific Objectives

Module 1

• Analyze the need for historical background in photojournalism today
• Present the figure of Francisco de Goya as a precursor to Photojournalism
• Determine the informational uses that photography can offer
• Establish the limitations of veracity presented by the photograph
• Delimit the boundaries between the different photographic and journalistic angles
• Examine the historical context in which photography was born and its relationship with its appearance in the graphic press
• Address the importance of technological developments in the history of photography and photojournalism
• Examine the impact of photography as a means of documentation from its emergence until the early 20th century
• Analyze the historical context within journalism of the interwar period in order to understand the rise of photojournalism
• Generate specialized knowledge of the work of some of the most important photojournalists at the end of the 20th century before the introduction of digital photography
• See what has changed in the media since the advent of the digital revolution and the Internet
• Highlight the role of important women photographers in history
• Establish a historical evolution of photojournalism in Spain

Module 2

• Establish the Technical Parameters that Differentiate One Genre from Another
• Identify, from the image, the variety of photojournalistic genres
• Examine the editing techniques that apply to genres
• Propose a methodology for photo news, photo reportage, photojournalistic portrait and photojournalistic essay
• Identify the criteria for specialization in photojournalism

Module 3

• Analyze Iconic Photographs in the World of Sports
• Study historical and current references in sports photojournalism
• Recognize the particularities of different sports disciplines
• Explore the language of sports through images
• Reflec on the treatment of diversity in sport through images
• Determine the importance of image in the celebration of the Olympic Games
• Research the role of women in sports

Achieve your goal of professional development, certain in the knowledge that you are incorporating the most essential skills in the field of sports photography to your CV"