BSc Business Management with Sport

The University of Salford offers a three-year BSc Business Management with Sport, an undergraduate programme that combines core business management with specialist sports industry knowledge. Students study topics like sports marketing, event management, and sports finance. The programme also helps students apply their business management skills within the sports sector.

This course includes key modules such as Consultancy for Sports Business, in which students participate in practical projects, and Sports Business Finance: Trends and Analysis, focusing on economic and financial principles relevant to the sports industry. The programme also offers opportunities for internships, allowing students to get practical experience and improve their chances of finding a job in the sports industry. Graduates from this programme could become sports agents, sports marketing managers, or shareholders in some of the biggest teams globally, including those based in the UK.

Learning is achieved through lectures, seminars, and practical workshops. Assessment methods include coursework, presentations, group reports, multiple choice questions, and business pitches. Exams are used less often, mainly when needed for professional accreditation.

The University of Salford, established in 1967, was one of the first UK universities to open a campus at MediaCityUK. This is where major broadcasting companies like the BBC and ITV are based. This location provides students, particularly those studying media, technology, and business, with direct opportunities to work alongside industry professionals and gain experience in the media sector.

Grade Requirements

• Applicants typically need a UCAS Tariff score of 104-112 from their A Levels or equivalent qualifications. This could be achieved with A Level grades of BCC to BBC, with at least two full A Level passes. A BTEC grade of DMM (Distinction, Merit, Merit) is acceptable, as is an Access to HE Diploma with at least 45 credits at Level 3 and 15 credits at Level 2. Applicants also need an International Baccalaureate score of 30 points.

English Proficiency

• Applicants whose first language is not English need to show they have a good level of English by taking a test. An IELTS score of 6.0 is accepted, with a minimum score of 5.5 in each part of the test.

For the 2025/26 academic year, the annual tuition fee for international students enrolling in the BSc (Hons) Business Management with Sport degree is £15,720.

The University of Salford offers financial support to international students applying for undergraduate degrees. This includes the Global Gold Excellence Scholarship, which can provide up to £3,500 for students with A Level grades of ABB or equivalent. There is also the Global Silver Excellence Scholarship, offering a £3,000 discount on tuition fees for applicants with A Level grades of BBC or equivalent.

Graduates of the BSc Business Management with Sport from the University of Salford are fit and ready to manage businesses, people, and resources, and handle sport-related cases. Some of the roles they can play include:

• Sports Marketing Manager
• Event Manager
• Sports Development Officer
• Business Analyst (Sports Sector)
• Club or Team Administrator
• Sponsorship or Partnerships Executive

To apply for this course, candidates should use UCAS. For personalised guidance, contact one of AHZ’s counsellors before the application closes.