BSc Sport Management Top-up

The BSc Sport Management (Top-up) at the University of Portsmouth is a programme that prepares students to work as sport managers and build their skills in sports entrepreneurship, management, marketing and analytics, which will give students the knowledge and practical experience needed to pursue a career in sport management and other related sectors.

Students will learn subjects such as applied strategic management in Sport, economics and finance of sport, occupational and organisational psychology, sport entrepreneurship and business venturing and strategic leadership in sport management and are taught through lectures, workshops and practical sessions, and are assessed by coursework, exams and project work in the final year.

The University of Portsmouth, also known as UoP, is located in Portsmouth, England. It was established in 1870 and has been providing quality education. In 2022, UoP ranked as the 25th largest higher education institution by student enrolments in the United Kingdom, with about 28,280 students enrolled in undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. 

The university's modern facilities include labs and testing facilities, teaching and learning spaces, sport and fitness facilities, study resources and the Ravelin Sports Centre. UoP offers a conducive learning environment and adequate student support to ensure academic success.

The university has five faculties and offers programmes in several academic disciplines at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. These programmes are offered in fields such as engineering, business, medicine and the arts.

Interested candidates should submit a personal statement explaining their interest in the course and any relevant experience. A reference from an academic or employer is required. Applicants can upload a  CV to show any relevant work experience.

Grade Requirements:

• Applicants are required to hold a relevant Level 5 qualification (e.g. HND or foundation degree, or Advanced Diploma in sport or business).

English Proficiency:

• Non-English speaking applicants need a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 with no component score below 5.5.
• Alternative English proficiency tests, such as PTE or TOEFL, are accepted.

The tuition fee for the BSc Sport Management (Top-up) in the University of Portsmouth is £16,200 per year for international students. Tuition fees are reviewed annually and are subject to change.

The University of Portsmouth awards several scholarships to international students. Some of these include the Chancellor’s Global Academic Merit Scholarship, which offers a £5,000 reduction in fees and the Vice Chancellor's Global Development Scholarship, which offers a £2,500 fee reduction applied to the first year of study. These scholarships are awarded by the university when students meet the eligibility requirements.

Graduates of BSc Sport Management (Top-up) from the University of Portsmouth may pursue job roles such as:

• Sports Event Manager
• Marketing Coordinator in Sport
• Sponsorship and Brand Manager
• Community Sports Development Officer
• Event Operations Specialist

Interested applicants can apply for the course directly on the university's official website or through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS). For guidance, contact AHZ's trained counsellors.