Sports Management
St Mary's University, Twickenham
UCAS Code: N880 | Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
St Mary's University, Twickenham
UCAS Code: N880 | Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Entry requirements
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE grade C/4 or above in Mathematics
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About this course
**Make the sport industry tick with our London-based Sports Management degree**
Impact a growing global market with our hands-on Sports Management degree. You’ll boost your employability while covering key areas of sport business like:
• Marketing
• Finance
• Leadership
You can then specialise in:
• Sports event management
• Sports sponsorship and promotions
• Applied sports management
• Global perspectives on the sports industry
**Learn in the capital**
You’ll study in London – the heart of world sport. We have close relationships within the sports industry, so you'll be volunteering at major events and visiting iconic venues.
**Dual accreditation**
During your sports management course, you can complete specific modules to achieve a Level 5 Certificate in Management and Leadership awarded by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) (subject to CMI moderation).
**A supportive environment**
Our academics are committed to your personal and professional growth. The Sunday Times Good University Guide (2024) placed us in the UK’s top 5 for teaching quality.
**Work placements: build professional experience**
You will complete a work placement to build your skills and network. You can work with:
• professional clubs
• agencies
• fitness centres.
**Hear from our students**
Aikaterini, Sports Management student – "I was always encouraged and fully supported".
**What you'll learn**
**Year 1** - During the first year you will be introduced to the principal areas of business & management, whilst at the same time gaining an overview of the sports & fitness industries & looking at the specifics of managing people in sport.
**Year 2** - In the second year you will study the core disciplines of Marketing & Financial Accounting & will focus on the business of sport within the current economic environment. Within the Marketing module students will develop their understanding of the fundamental marketing concepts and applying knowledge learned through case studies specific to the sports & leisure industries.
**Year 3** - In the final year you will be able to enhance your knowledge of the sports & leisure industries by undertaking a range of dedicated options. You will also have the opportunity to undertake a piece of research on a particular aspect of the sports & leisure industries, which will be presented in the form of a dissertation.
**Why St Mary’s?**
You will gain skills and support to make a positive impact – for yourself and for others – through high-quality teaching, real-world experience, and a community that lifts each other up. Our campus is a London oasis – blending city energy with open green spaces to think, connect, and grow.
Modules
Year 1 - During the first year you will be introduced to the principal areas of business & management, whilst at the same time gaining an overview of the sports & fitness industries & looking at the specifics of managing people in sport. Year 2 - In the second year you will study the core disciplines of Marketing & Financial Accounting & will focus on the business of sport within the current economic environment. Within the Marketing module students will develop their understanding of the fundamental marketing concepts, applying knowledge learned through case studies specific to the sports & leisure industries. Year 3 - In the final year you will be able to enhance your knowledge of the sports & leisure industries by undertaking a range of dedicated options. You will also have the opportunity to undertake a piece of research on a particular aspect of the sports & leisure industries, which will be presented in the form of a dissertation.
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St Mary's University, Twickenham
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