Sport Business Management

University of Central Lancashire
Undergraduate BSc (Hons) Full-time 3 Years Hospitality, leisure, and tourismEvents management

A-Level Entry

See entry requirements

UCAS Points

104 - 112 points

Avg. Graduate Salary

£24,000

About this course

Course overview

From voluntary organisations to elite global brands and mega events, the business of sport is both unique and dynamic. This course is your way into the industry – offering management expertise shaped for sport.

Why study with us

  • We are a market leader in sport education, with a long tradition of sport management in the UK.

  • Our unique links with a range of professional sports clubs means that our students gain unique insights into working in actual high-performance environments.

  • A unique course which focusses on giving you a well-rounded understanding of business theory and then develops in to applying it in the real-world sporting landscape.

    What you'll do

  • You’ll have the option of work placement opportunities to build vital industry experience, as well as the chance to study abroad for up to a year – potentially in the USA, Singapore or Spain.

  • You’ll learn from a team of research-active academics – experts in a range of sporting topics, with a wealth of leadership experience.

  • In your final year, you’ll have the chance to focus on your interests, with a professional project, research project or dissertation.

    Accreditations

  • This course is aligned with the Entry and General Management professional standards outlined by CIMSPA, the professional development body for the UK's sport and physical activity sector. As a member, you will be entitled to attend seminars and meetings and learn from industry professionals. The Health and Fitness pathway on the course allows students the option to meet professional standards in Gym Instruction, Personal Training, Health Navigator and Working with People with Long Term Conditions.

    Future careers

    Our BSc (Hons) Sport Business Management degree can create career opportunities across the global sporting landscape – helping you develop skills and experience for a range of management roles. We have strong national and international links across the sport and fitness industry, including professional clubs like Preston North End and Wigan Warriors.

    • Entry Requirements

    A-Level Grades See entry requirements
    UCAS Tariff Points 104 - 112 points
    BTEC DMM

    Study Options

    This course is available in 2 study options:

    Sandwich

    Duration: 4 Years

    Qualification: BSc (Hons)

    Location: Preston

    Avg. Salary: £24,000

    Full-time Shown above

    Duration: 3 Years

    Qualification: BSc (Hons)

    Location: Preston

    Avg. Salary: £24,000

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    1224 Leisure and sports managers and proprietors
    3432 Sports coaches, instructors and officials
    3431 Sports players
    3433 Fitness and wellbeing instructors

    Related Courses

    Bioveterinary Sciences

    University of Central Lancashire

    BSc Full-time 2 Years UG Preston

    A-Levels

    BBB

    Mechatronics and Intelligent Machines

    University of Central Lancashire

    MSc Full-time 1 Year PG Preston

    Graphic Design (Cyprus)

    University of Central Lancashire

    BA (Hons) Full-time 4 Years UG Larnaka

    UCAS Points

    96 points

    Course Details

    Qualification
    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    3 Years
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Preston
    Scheme
    Undergraduate
    Subjects
    Hospitality, leisure, and tourism, Events management
    Avg. Graduate Salary
    £24,000

    Offered by

    University of Central Lancashire

    Preston

     View university profile
    Visit university website