BA (Hons) Sports Management

Who Can Apply?

Academic Requirements

You'll need one of the following:

• Foundation Degree in Sports Management or related field

• HND in Sports/Leisure Management with Merit profile

• 240 credits from a relevant degree program

• Equivalent international qualifications

Additional Requirements

• Passion for sports business demonstrated through work/volunteer experience

• Strong communication and leadership potential

• IELTS 6.0 (no less than 5.5 in any component) for international students

Funding Your Studies: Scholarships & Support

Financial Support Options

Sports Business Scholarship

• £1,500 for students with Distinction grades

Elite Athlete Bursary

• £1,000 for competitive athletes balancing study and sport

Diversity in Sport Award

• £500 to support underrepresented groups in sports management

Additional Funding Sources

• Government maintenance loans

• Professional and Career Development Loans

• Disabled Students' Allowances

Industry Placements & Career Prospects

Work Placement Opportunities

Gain valuable experience with our network of partners:

• Professional sports clubs (Aston Villa FC, Birmingham Bears)

• Major event organizers (IMG, CSM Sport & Entertainment)

• Sports marketing agencies

• Leisure centre operators

Graduate Career Pathways

Typical Starting Salaries:

• Sports Development Officer (£22,000-£30,000)

• Event Manager (£24,000-£38,000)

• Sports Marketing Executive (£23,000-£35,000)

• Facility Operations Manager (£26,000-£45,000)

Further Study Options:

• MSc in Sports Business Management

• MBA with Sports Specialization

• Graduate schemes with major sports brands

World-Class Learning Facilities

Study in our £50 million campus featuring:

• Sports business simulation suite

• Event management command center

• Digital marketing hub

• Industry-standard research resources

• Dedicated sports management library

Course Structure: What You'll Study

Core Modules

• Strategic Sports Management

• Sports Marketing & Sponsorship

• Financial Management in Sport

• Research Project

Optional Modules (Choose Two)

• Sports Event Management

• Digital Media in Sport

• Global Sports Business

• Sports Law & Governance

Why Choose UCB for Your Sports Management Degree?

Industry Connections

• Partnerships with Premier League clubs and national governing bodies

• Guest lectures from sports industry leaders

• Exclusive recruitment events with major employers

Professional Development

• CMI Level 5 qualification included

• Careers workshops tailored to sports business

• Mentoring from sports management alumni

Student Support

• Personal academic tutor

• Dedicated placements officer

• 24/7 access to learning resources

This intensive top-up year provides the perfect platform to launch your career in sports management, combining academic rigour with practical industry experience.