Storytelling in Cricket

Cricket is more than a game - it’s a global story shaped by culture, politics, and identity. This online short course explores how journalism captures the spirit and complexity of cricket through compelling storytelling. You’ll examine the sport’s colonial legacy, its role in popular culture and the ethical challenges of reporting on corruption and governance.

Designed for aspiring journalists, academic researchers or just passionate fans, this course offers a unique opportunity to explore cricket’s narratives across media platforms. You’ll analyse real-world examples, reflect on global perspectives and develop your own storytelling voice.

Who is this course for?

This course is open to anyone with an interest in cricket and journalism. It will appeal to:

• Aspiring sports journalists 
• Cricket fans curious about the deeper stories behind the game 
• Academic researchers in media, sport, or cultural studies

This professional development course will provide you with:

• An understanding of how cricket is shaped by history, politics, and culture
• The ability to analyse journalistic approaches to cricket storytelling
• Reflection on the ethical challenges in cricket reporting
• An exploration of cricket’s global perspectives and diverse storytelling traditions

• Showcase the ability to research and report on key issues affecting cricket
• Reflect critically on the relationship between cricket and the media, cricket and politics or cricket’s role in popular culture 

Fee: £100 (includes VAT)

The course is widely available for anyone to take part in, regardless of age, location or education status.

However, there are some basic requirements. You will need access to the internet, whether it is on your PC, tablet, mobile or other electronic devices, as well as a valid email address to register with our online learning environment to take part in the course.

You will need to agree to the terms and conditions before you start the course, which will be available when you enrol.

Learners should have an understanding of the English Language and the ability to study in English.

And of course you’ll need a passion for cricket! 

How to enrol

This course is temporarily closed and is due to re-open in early 2026.

Contact us

If you want to find out more about studying a short course, please contact us and we will get back to you as soon as we can.

Course policies

• Learner charter
• Cancellation policy
• Code of conduct for learner discipline
• Terms and conditions