The BSc(Hons) Sports Studies course focuses on three specific themes: sports coaching, sports management, and sports development, which build in breadth and depth as you progress through the programme of study. Additional subject disciplines which support these themes, such as sports science and sociology, are also drawn upon.

An additional key feature of the BSc(Hons) Sports Studies is the emphasis on academic and employability skills development. The course promotes your academic performance, enhances your job prospects and strengthens your vocational skills, qualifications, and experience.

First Year

In your first year you study a range of subjects, including sports coaching, sports management, sports development, research skills, science supporting sport, and social science of sport.

Second Year

in your second year you study in greater depth the principal themes of sports coaching, sports management, and sports development, with scientific and sociological influences being embedded within these themes. You also develop further your research skills and there is a work experience module.

Final Year

In your final year you are able to choose four from five available modules:

advanced sports coaching

advanced sports development

advanced sports management

final year project

advanced work experience.

This choice enables you to tailor your studies more towards your personal interests and career aspirations. All modules offer the opportunity to further develop the application of theory to practice. Both the project and the work experience module at this level are completed under the guidance of an academic supervisor.