Course summary
Our Sports Management programmes focus on the latest changes in local sport, regional sport, and international sport. You will learn valuable skills like Coaching, Instructing, Mentoring, Leadership, and Management. These skills will open up many job opportunities for you in the sports industry. Graduates from our Sports Management programme have great long-term employment prospects. You could work in coaching, help with health interventions, lead projects, or manage development teams. The programme helps you become an independent learner. You will learn how to gather information, analyse content, and make important recommendations. These skills are essential for jobs in sports management and will be developed throughout your course of studies. We offer many experiences to help you acquire, interpret, deliver and present skills, and reflect on experiences. These experiences are designed to prepare you for real-world challenges in the sports industry. Sport can help people become healthier, boost the economy, and create employment. Events like large sports games also bring in money and improve the community’s wellbeing. Our programme covers the scientific aspects of sport and how exercise and physical activity can improve health. You will take part in practical sessions to apply your knowledge and build your skill development. This prepares you for postgraduate study if you choose to continue your education. The course includes learning about management theory, sport science, and the sports science fundamentals. We aim to make you a work-ready graduate. You will also study sports and leisure organisations, and we provide entrepreneur support to help you develop a business idea. In addition to management skills development, you will learn about the business environment, sports marketing, and strategic planning. Building on this knowledge in sport, exercise science, and management helps you prepare for a career at a management level in the sport and leisure industry. The programme includes sport science topics like physiology, psychology, and nutrition. You will also learn about applied strategic business analysis, event management, and entrepreneurship. Understanding sports industry dynamics and how to blend sport and management is key. You will explore policy, planning, management, and the delivery of sport-related services, sport-related products, and sport-related activities. You will engage with local sports organisations, national sports organisations, and international sports organisations. You will gain industry insight by visiting sports venues and learning from industry experts. You can develop a professional network through volunteer opportunities at various sports events. By completing this programme, you will have a professional skillset ready for a successful career in the dynamic world of sports management.
Modules
Year One - Level 4 (HNC, HND & BA) • Application of the Coaching Process (20 credits; compulsory) • Contemporary Challenges: Making a Difference (20 credits; compulsory; Graduate Attributes Framework module) • Fitness and Well-being Management (20 credits; compulsory) • Learning in the Digital Era (20 credits; compulsory; Graduate Attributes Framework module) • Sport, Physical Activity and Society (20 credits; compulsory) • Sporting Structures and Delivery (20 credits; compulsory). Year Two - Level 5 (HND & BA) • Application of the Advanced Coaching and Mentoring Process (20 credits; compulsory) • Building your Personal Brand for Sustainable Employment (20 credits; compulsory; Graduate Attributes Framework module) • Changemakers: Creativity and Value Creation (20 credits; compulsory; Graduate Attributes Framework module) • Community Sports Planning and Delivery (20 credits; compulsory) • Managing the Professional and Elite Sports Environment (20 credits; compulsory) • Sports Infrastructure, Design and Operation (20 credits; compulsory). Year Three - Level 6 (BA) • Independent Project (40 credits; compulsory; Graduate Attributes Framework module) • Managing and Leading Sport Organisations (20 credits; compulsory) • Sports Policy, Governance and Tactical Decision Making (20 credits; compulsory) • Strategic Sports Event Management (20 credits; compulsory) • The Sports Development Entrepreneur (20 credits; compulsory).
Assessment method
The assessment strategy will aim to support the balanced development of key industry competencies and knowledge. Assessments will also aim to support the development in managing ICT, communication, numeracy, problem solving, interacting in teams, critical appraisal, self-management and leadership. Strategies will include a balance of assignments, fieldwork studies, practical assessments and where appropriate examinations.
How to apply
29Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- N871
- Institution code:
- T80
- Campus name:
- Swansea Business Campus
- Campus code:
- S
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
International applicants
In choosing to study at university you are making a considerable investment in your future and it is a decision that we take seriously. We will make every effort to ensure that your experience as a student here will help you to develop your potential to the full. We will provide you with sound academic knowledge, but we also believe that the rich diversity of cultural and social experiences that you will have as a student here will help you develop a range of personal and professional qualities as we believe that these are both equally important considerations when choosing a university.
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 80 points
Student Outcomes
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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| EU | £13500 | Year 1 |
| International | £13500 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
University of Wales Trinity Saint David
College Road
Carmarthen
SA31 3EP