Sports management and coaching is an area of study that combines the techniques of sports management and coaching with the principles of business and enterprise.

The field of sports management and coaching is changing rapidly. Professional sporting bodies require management and coaching staff to have an excellent understanding of their chosen sport, as well as strong business skills.

On completion of the course, students will have a detailed understanding of:

Player development
Coach education
Strength and conditioning
Sport finance
Sport media and marketing

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Students will also have the opportunity to take elective modules in key areas such as:

Performance Analysis
Sport Psychology
Adapted Physical Activity.

Course Structure

This is a four-year course and has three key content areas delivered in each year of the course:

Coaching and Player Development
Business and Management of Sport
Sports Science

Classes are delivered in a range of settings including pitch, classroom and gym.

Is this course for you?

This course will be of interest to those who are passionate about playing or coaching sport. It will also be of interest to someone who would like a career in the business and administration of sport. It is open to students of all abilities and not just those in an elite category.

What will I be able to do when I finish the course?

Graduates will be qualified to work in a variety of sports-related careers including: sports development officers; sports management; club development; club administration; sport coaching and fitness instruction, governing body management and administration.