University of Lincoln

BA Sports Business Management

University of Lincoln

Course overview

The BA Sports Business Management at the University of Lincoln is an undergraduate programme designed to explore the financial and commercial decisions that shape the global sports industry. The course covers key areas including finance, marketing, sports club management, and visitor experiences, as well as the culture, policy, and commercial delivery of sporting opportunities.

Learning involves coursework and practical assessments, while assessment may include reports, dissertations, presentations, live event observations, and written examinations. Students also have the opportunity to gain professional experience through a one-year work placement and educational trips to sports industry locations.

Entry requirements

Candidates should provide a personal statement outlining their reasons for studying and any other details about their academic history that are relevant. A reference from an academic source or an employer is also necessary. Students can include a CV with their application to demonstrate work experience.

Grade Requirements:

  • Candidates must have at least 96-104 UCAS tariff points from qualifications, including A-levels, the BTEC Extended Diploma, T Levels, and the International Baccalaureate.
  • International qualifications that are equivalent to A-levels are also accepted.

English Proficiency:

  • Candidates who do not have English as their first language need to achieve an overall score of 6.0 on the IELTS test, with a minimum of 5.5 in each section.
  • Equivalent qualifications, such as TOEFL and PTE, are also accepted.

Scholarships

  • Global Leaders Scholarship

    The scholarship is available to international students and is valued at 50% of tuition fees for one year of study.

    Up to 50% of fees
  • International Undergraduate Scholarship

    The International Undergraduate Scholarship is valued at £2,000 and will be awarded to eligible students as a tuition fee discount for each year of their undergraduate programme at the University of Lincoln.

    Up to £2,000
  • Partner Scholarship

    If you’re eligible to receive the Partner Scholarship, you may also be eligible to receive a tuition fee discount of £1,000 through our Early Payment Discount.

    Up to £1,000

Career opportunities

Graduates of the BA Sports Business Management from the University of Lincoln can work as:

  • Sports Marketing Managers
  • Commercial Operations Coordinators
  • Event Management Specialists
  • Administrators for National Governing Bodies
  • Media and Communications Officers

Cost of study

The cost of studying BA Sports Business Management in the University of Lincoln for international students is approximately £16,900 per year.

Admission

Candidates should apply either through UCAS or directly to the University through its online application portal. Speak to our trained counsellors for help with the application process.

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