Global Sport Management (Dual Degree - Edith Cowan University) University of Portsmouth

Overview

Do you want to increase participation in sport and physical activity? Are you interested in helping communities come together through sport, or a new generation of elite athletes achieve their goals at global events such as the Olympics?

This BSc (Hons) Global Sport Management Dual Degree course covers all the key aspects of sport management such as events and operations management, sports law, marketing, and entrepreneurship – you'll also get the chance to spend a year studying abroad, in Australia.

Course highlights

• Learn practical skills by organising and marketing local sports events such as the Great South Run, and working with organisations like the Hampshire FA, Portsmouth FC and Perth Glory FC
• Have the chance to go overseas and take part in research programmes run by internationally recognised sports organisations such as UEFA, the FA and the ECB
• Boost your CV and share your sporting skill in the local community through our coaching, mentoring and volunteering scheme
• Experience teaching which is driven by current practice and taught by lecturers who have delivered sports management programmes in the community
• Boost your transferable skills such as teamwork, decision making, communication and time management

Careers and opportunities

Sport Management is the examination of the global sports industry that unites commercial, public and third sector stakeholders. Studying this degree will equip you with the knowledge and skills required to successfully embark on a career in a wide range of roles and functions.

The BSc (Hons) Global Sport Management specifically provides a unique opportunity to combine academic theory, a practical working environment and opportunity to engage within professional industry networks across the globe.

Previous Sport Management graduates have gone on to work in roles in areas such as:

• National governing bodies
• Professional sports clubs
• UK Sport
• Local authorities
• Commercial sports organisation
• Not-for-profit organisations
• Teaching and education

Roles our graduates have taken on include:

• Sport Development Officer
• Sports Marketing Executive
• Data Analyst
• Sports Agent
• Community Coach Coordinator
• Event Manager
• Stadium Manager
• Project Manager
• Global Sport Strategist

Ongoing careers support

To give you the best chance of securing the ideal job when you graduate, our Careers and Employability Service can help you find relevant work experience during your course.

We'll work with you to identify placements, internships, voluntary roles and freelancing opportunities that will complement your studies and allow you to use the skills you've learnt.

We'll also be available to help, advise and support you for up to 5 years as you advance in your career.

Entry requirements

120-128 points to include a minimum of 2 A levels, or equivalent.

English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.0 with no component score below 5.5.