BSc Honours Sport Business Management

The BSc (Honours) Sport Business Management at Sheffield Hallam University takes 3-4 years to complete. The programme covers important topics related to sports business, such as marketing, finance, leadership, and event management, giving students a strong foundation for their future careers in this field. Students also have a chance to gain practical experience through a work placement during their studies, which helps them apply what they learn in the classroom to real-world situations.

This degree is recognised by The Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM). Students will study a mix of compulsory and optional modules, including Sport Marketing And Brands, Leadership And Management In Sport, Finance In Sport, and Contemporary Issues In Sport Business Management. Their understanding of the material is tested through coursework and practical assessments.

The course includes various learning methods, such as lectures, workshops, and independent study, as well as opportunities for field trips. Students can also network with leading sports organisations and clubs. By the end of the programme, they will have developed essential skills like effective communication, ethical decision-making, and a strong understanding of consumer behaviourC.

Sheffield Hallam University was founded in 1843 as the Sheffield School of Design and has grown to become one of the largest universities in the United Kingdom, currently enrolling around 32,000 students. The university is noted for its strong research capabilities; according to the Research Excellence Framework (REF), 72% of its research is rated as world-class or internationally excellent.

Sheffield Hallam University is structured into three primary colleges: the College of Business, Technology and Engineering, the College of Social Sciences and Arts, and the College of Health, Wellbeing and Life Sciences. The university was awarded Gold in the 2023 Teaching Excellence Framework and has also received a five-star rating in the QS Star rating system, achieving high marks for several key areas, including the quality of teaching, employability prospects for graduates, available facilities, and its commitment to innovation and inclusivity.

• Applicants must share details about their health. This includes information on any disabilities they may have.

Grade Requirements:

• Candidates should have a total of at least 112 UCAS points. Out of these points, at least 64 should be earned from two A Level subjects or an equivalent qualification from BTEC.
• Eligible applicants can submit their applications if they achieve specific grades. This includes obtaining at least a BBC in their A Levels, a DDM in a BTEC Extended Diploma, or a Merit grade in a T Level qualification. 

English Proficiency:

• Applicants whose first language is not English should have at least a 6.0 score on the IELTS, with no band below 5.5, or hold an equivalent.

For the 2025/26 academic year, international students in the Sheffield Hallam University BSc (Honours) Sport Business Management programme will pay £17,155 for tuition per year. If students opt for a placement year, their tuition fee for that year will be £1,200. Please keep in mind that these rates may still be updated.

Sheffield Hallam University provides various scholarship opportunities for international students. One of them is the GREAT Scholarships, which offer a discount of £10,000 on tuition fees for postgraduate students from Ghana, India, Indonesia, Nigeria, and Pakistan who will begin their studies in September 2025.

Another scholarship available is the Events and Leisure Management Dean's Scholarship, which awards £6,000 to students enrolled in the BSc (Hons) Events and Leisure Management (top-up) course. Additionally, the Transform Together Scholarships provide a 50% reduction in tuition fees for full-time students. For fine arts students, the Joyce Spurr Art Travel Fund offers grants ranging from £50 to £250 to help cover costs for attending art events in the UK.

Graduates holding a BSc (Honours) Sport Business Management degree from Sheffield Hallam University may qualify for these job positions:

• Sports Agent
• Sports Journalist 
• Event Coordinator 
• Sports Marketing Manager 
• Athletic Director 
• Sales Manager

Candidates interested in this course can apply through UCAS. Those who need help with the application process can get in touch with one of our trained counsellors for support.