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BSc (Hons) Sport Management

Bournemouth University, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

The BSc (Hons) Sport Management degree at Bournemouth University is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the sport industry, including management, marketing, and business operations. Students will learn how to manage and operate sports organizations, develop marketing strategies, and analyze the economic and social impacts of sport on society. The course will also cover topics such as sport governance, event management, and the psychology of sport performance. With a focus on practical application, students will have opportunities to engage with real-world case studies and projects, developing their skills and knowledge in preparation for a career in the sport industry.

Additional Information

This course is ideal for students who are passionate about sports management and want to gain the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in this dynamic and exciting field. The course is delivered by experienced academics and industry professionals, providing students with valuable insights and networking opportunities. In addition to theoretical learning, students will have access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources, including a dedicated sport management laboratory and the opportunity to work on live projects and events.

Why Choose Bournemouth University for Your Sport Management Degree?

Bournemouth University is one of the leading institutions for sport management education in the UK. Our location on the south coast of England provides access to a vibrant sporting environment, with opportunities to engage with local sports organizations and events. Our teaching staff have extensive industry experience and are actively involved in research and consultancy work, ensuring that students receive the most up-to-date and practical knowledge possible. Plus, our graduates have gone on to achieve great success in their careers, with many holding senior positions in sport organizations and companies.

Why You Should Study This Course

  • Blending academic and practical elements, this course will support you in becoming a critically informed and well-rounded graduate, ready to manage, influence, and lead in the world of work.

  • Develop a detailed understanding of the sport, management, marketing, leadership, finance, and business principles, with an appreciation of their complex global social contexts

  • Gain varied practical experience from course placement options providing you with fantastic opportunities to put your learning into practice and make professional connections

  • We have developed an international reputation in managing sports, events, and physical activity and continue to shape sports research, policy, and practice.

  • Our range of collaborative projects with local and international partners provides opportunities for you to engage in educational, research, and work activities with our global partner intuitions.

  • You'll be career-ready, with 96% of our graduates in employment or further studies, fifteen months after graduating.

General Eligibility

This course requires 104–120 UCAS tariff points, including a minimum of 2 A-levels or equivalent. We are happy to consider a combination of qualifications and grades to meet the overall tariff, for example, A-levels A*CC, ABC, BBB or BCC, BTECs DDM, or DMM.

Part Time Work Details

20 hours per week

What You'll Study

1 Final year
  • Dissertation

  • Research Expedition

Option units (choose four):

  • Sport & Physical Culture

  • Talent Development in Sport

  • Strategy & Leadership for Sport:

  • Applied Sport Marketing

  • Sport Tourism

  • Entrepreneurship & Innovation in Sport Management

  • Sport Business Analytics

  • Fusion Learning Project

  • Managing Sport Events for Sustainable Development

2 Foundation Year (optional)
  • Fundamentals of Business & Management

  • Academic & Professional Practice

  • Fusion Business Project

3 Year 1
  • Beginning Research in Sport & Exercise

  • Principles of Sport Management

  • Sports Marketing:

  • Financial Reporting for Sport

  • Sport Structures & Processes

  • Sport, Culture & Society

4 Year 2
  • Conducting Research in Sports & Exercise

  • Consuming Sport

  • Financial Appraisal for Sport

  • Sports Management & Leadership

Option units (choose two): 

  • Issues & Controversies in Sport, Culture & Society

  • Managing Sport for Development

  • Coach & Athlete Welfare

  • Developing Coaching Practice

Language Requirement

  • IELTS5.5
  • TOEFL59
  • PTE50
  • Duolingo69

IELTS (Academic) 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component or equivalent.

Additional Information

Placement year The length of the work placement is optional, with a minimum of 6 weeks taken as part of the three-year degree or a minimum of 30 weeks taken as part of the four-year degree. The placement can take place in the UK or overseas and allows you to turn theory into practice in a business environment. We have excellent links with sporting organizations, health and fitness clubs, and national governing bodies in the UK and Australia. This includes Sport England, UK Sport, David Lloyd, Fitness First, Holmes Place, and the Australian Institute of Sport.

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For any enquiries or further details, please don't hesitate to contact us. Let's take the next step in your academic journey together.

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