Sport
From sports science, therapy and coaching to psychology and business management, our career-focused sports degrees will equip you with the skills and knowledge to excel in your chosen field.
You’ll learn in our cutting-edge Institute of Sport building, which is fully equipped with high-tech labs, rehabilitation suites, and industry-standard facilities. You’ll benefit from informed and hands-on teaching from our expert academics in an environment where sport is taken seriously.
As a student, you’ll also benefit from our official partnerships with Watford FC and London Mavericks Netball, giving you exclusive access to live projects and career and networking opportunities. Our sports village gives you the opportunity to train and compete alongside your studies.
Why choose Herts
Sport degrees at the University of Hertfordshire prepare you for a career at the forefront of performance, coaching, therapy, and sport business. You’ll gain practical skills and expert knowledge through hands-on learning in specialist facilities, from labs and rehab suites to professional training environments.
Alumni have gone on to work for leading employers such as Tottenham and Brentford FC, as well as organisations like the English Institute of Sport. From high-performing settings to sport business and community roles, they’re shaping the future across the sector worldwide.
94% satisfaction
with academic support for sports sciences (National Student Survey, 2026).*
2nd in the East of England for sports science
Voted for in the Complete University Guide, 2023.
Watford FC partnership
Exclusive access to career and educational opportunities for Herts students.
Outstanding facilities
Including a biomechanics laboratory, human physiology and blood research labs, a sports injury clinic, and an environment and control room.
Explore our courses
If you love sport and want to focus on coaching, this is the course for you. Whether thinking about becoming a high-performance coach, PE teacher, performance analyst or running your own business,...
The BSc (Hons) Sports Studies at the University of Hertfordshire is ideal for you if you're passionate about sport, coaching, management and the broader social and psychological dimensions of sport...
This online business and sport degree is perfect for individuals seeking to combine a passion for sports with the practical skills of business management. Designed for flexible, remote learning, this...
The degree in sports therapy is ideal for those who wish to train in the prevention, assessment, treatment and rehabilitation of sporting injuries. You will gain the knowledge and skills needed to...
This sports science degree will open doors to a range of exciting career options, from working with professional athletes, to becoming a sports coach or teacher, or managing a fitness centre. Our...
The Sports Business Management Degree Apprenticeship at the University of Hertfordshire leads to a BSc (Hons) Sports Business Management (Work-Based). With a strong history of delivering high-quality...
In your first year, you'll learn the foundations of sports coaching, aspects related to physical activity and sports development, and begin to understand the business sports industry and how it...
On completion of this extended degree, there will be at least three undergraduate courses you'll have the option to progress onto, allowing you multiple opportunities to gain entry to a bachelor's...
On completion of this extended degree, there will be at least three undergraduate courses you'll have the option to progress onto, allowing you multiple opportunities to gain entry to a bachelor's...
based on the average of Q15-16