BSc Sport Management with Foundation Year

The BSc Sport Management with Foundation Year at Canterbury Christ Church University is an integrated four-year programme designed for students who may not meet the direct entry requirements for a standard undergraduate degree. The initial foundation year builds core academic skills and introduces fundamental concepts in sport and business, preparing students for the subsequent three years of the degree.

Following the foundation year, students will progress to the BSc Sport Management programme, which covers essential aspects of the sports sector, including strategic management, governance, leadership, and policy. Teaching methods include lectures, seminars, practical sessions, and workshops, while assessments involve essays, reports, presentations, and examinations, ensuring a comprehensive learning experience.

Canterbury Christ Church University strongly believes in the power of higher education to enrich and transform lives, with excellent graduate employment records and an internationally recognised research community. The university has provided individuals worldwide with a rich academic and professional education for over 50 years.

The university offers various courses at the undergraduate level, including those with a foundation year, and several postgraduate programmes, providing students access to modern facilities, including state-of-the-art libraries, study rooms, IT resources, and specialist simulation suites, all contributing to a supportive learning environment and enhancing career prospects.

Candidates are required to submit a personal statement in which they discuss their reasons for applying to the course and provide other relevant information about their studies. A relevant academic and/or employer reference is also required. Students have the option to upload their CVs along with their applications to demonstrate their work experience.

Grade Requirements:

• Applicants typically need DDE at A-Level, or 48 UCAS points from other equivalent qualifications such as a BTEC National Diploma, an Access to HE Diploma, or the International Baccalaureate. 

• The university also accepts international qualifications equivalent to A-level.

English Proficiency: 

• Applicants from non-English-speaking backgrounds must demonstrate their proficiency in the English language by achieving an IELTS score of 6.0 overall, with no less than 5.5 in each component.
• Applicants can also provide equivalent recognised English language test scores, like PTE or TOEFL.

For international students, the tuition fee for the BSc Sport Management with Foundation Year programme is £15,500 per year.

Canterbury Christ Church University provides various scholarships and bursaries to help students succeed in their studies. Both undergraduate and postgraduate students can benefit from these awards. Depending on individual circumstances and chosen subject, various forms of support are available, such as the Academic Excellence Scholarship, Bell Scholarship, and International Student Scholarship.

Graduates with a BSc in Sport Management work as:

• Sport Event Manager
• Sports Administrator
• Sports Development Officer
• Fitness Centre Manager
• Marketing Executive (Sport Sector)
• Sports Coach or Instructor

Applications for the BSc Sport Management with Foundation at Canterbury Christ Church University are submitted through UCAS. Our trained advisors can guide you.