BSc Sport Management

The BSc (Hons) Sport Management degree prepares students with the necessary knowledge in marketing, leadership, finance, and business principles, directly focusing on the sports industry. By combining theoretical learning and practical experience gained through placements and partner projects, students are well-prepared for a global sports career. 

This course studies the impact of sport on our society and how effective sport management can increase access. Students learn through face-to-face and online activities with personal study and are assessed through exams, essays, reports, projects, portfolios, case studies, practical tasks, and presentations. Students have an option to choose a work placement year to study abroad, which helps build practical experience and an international perspective.

The University of Portsmouth gives its students opportunities to benefit from career-focused education and a supportive environment. The university helps its students develop skills, knowledge, and confidence for their future careers. With a Gold rating in the 2023 Teaching Excellence Framework, the university shows its commitment to high-quality teaching and student outcomes.

The University of Portsmouth offers different undergraduate and postgraduate courses across its faculties, including Business and Law, Creative and Cultural Industries, Humanities and Social Sciences, Science and Health, and Technology. With strong industry connections and a focus on applied learning, the university prepares graduates for success in their careers.

Candidates must submit a personal statement, academic or employer reference, and optionally, a CV to build a picture of their work experience.

Grade Requirements:

• Candidates need 112–120 UCAS points, with a minimum of two A-levels, with A-levels at BBB-BBC. 
• The International Baccalaureate needs 25 points for 2025 entry.

English Proficiency: 

• Candidates need an IELTS score of 6.0 overall, with no component score below 5.5. 
• TOEFL and PTE are also accepted. 
• Students can take a pre-sessional English programme to reach the necessary language requirement before starting their course.

For international students, the tuition fee for the BSc Sport Management programme is £17,200 per year.

The University of Portsmouth offers scholarships for eligible students. These scholarships include, Chancellor's Global Academic Merit Scholarship, which offers a £5,000 fee reduction for international students based on their academic achievement, and the Vice Chancellor's Global Development Scholarship also offers a £2,500 fee reduction. Additionally, EU Scholarship offers £2,000 fee reduction for EU, EEA, or Swiss nationals (combined with Vice Chancellor's Global Development Scholarship under specific terms), the Sanctuary Scholarship offers full undergraduate tuition fees for asylum seekers, there are also External scholarships, such as Chevening Scholarship, the Sport Scholarships are offered to students of all nationalities and courses, students need to be top athletes in their sport to apply. Successful applicants can receive a bursary of £250 to £6,000 each year. These opportunities can help make studying at the University of Portsmouth more affordable.

Graduates of the BSc (Hons) Sport Management course can become:

• Sports Development Officer
• Sports Marketing Executive
• Sponsorship Executive
• Event Manager
• Football Coach

Applicants can apply for this course through the school's online application portal. For assistance with your application process, reach out to our trained counsellors at AHZ.