The sports industry is booming, with revenues in the billions and a global fan base that keeps expanding. As a result, professionals who can effectively manage the business aspects of sport and understand the science behind physical activity are in high demand.

To be successful in sports management, you not only need to know the ins and outs of sport, but also how to build relationships, strike advantageous deals, handle finances and think creatively. From financial decision-making to strategic marketing and events management, this industry is ideal for sports lovers with sharp business acumen.

On our sports management degree, you’ll combine all this with a detailed insight into exercise science, equipping you with versatile skills to suit a whole host of careers. It’s about putting theory into practice, pursuing your passion for sport, and building strong foundations for a career in a global and lucrative industry.

Why study this course?

Sports University Of The Year

Daily Mail University Guide 2026.

Top 10 University for Sport

in the British Universities & Colleges Sports (BUCS) Championship.

Work on live briefs with top organisations

such as Nottingham Forest FC and the National Ice Centre.

Get work experience

in our Sport and Wellbeing Academy. You'll work on improving the health and wellbeing of the local community, schools and our sports teams.

BSc Sport Science and Management combines the science behind exercise physiology, psychology and sociology with the strategic and entrepreneurial side of sport – encompassing business, events management, sport marketing, and more. You’ll apply your learning to live client briefs, collaborate with internationally renowned sports clubs, and develop transferable skills which aren’t only relevant to the sports industry, but also extend into sectors like business, finance and marketing.

From Year Two onwards, you’ll benefit from an extensive range of optional modules, covering topics from exercise physiology and psychology to talent development and contemporary issues in sport. This allows you to specialise in your preferred areas of sport science whilst continuing to develop core business management skills.

You’ll also have the opportunity to get a Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA) Personal Trainer qualification. This will incur a small fee, but it’s cheaper than doing it elsewhere.

98% of our BSc Sport Science and Management SW students were positive about the teaching and 100% were positive about the the academic support and organisation and management on their course (National Student Survey 2026).

100% of BSc (Hons) Sport Science and Management (FT) said as a result of my course, I believe that I have improved my career prospects. (NTU Student Survey 2026).

Highlights of this sport science and management degree include

Work on live briefs for big industry players, such as Nottingham Forest and Notts County Football Clubs, Burton Rugby Club, the National Ice Centre and Nottingham Wildcats Basketball Club

Tailor your degree to suit your strengths and passions with a wide choice of optional modules

Learn professional skills necessary for sport management and other industries, like using customer relationship management (CRM) software and bookkeeping

Get involved with our dedicated Sport and Wellbeing Academy, where you can get face-to-face experience with schoolchildren and exercise referral patients from our local community

Learn a language alongside your degree on our University Language Programme (ULP).

Module information

A standard full-time BSc (Hons) course is made up of 120 credits studied each year. Some courses may vary, however, and you can find information on the total number of credits achieved per module below.

Here’s a breakdown of what you’ll be studying throughout the

Year OneYear TwoYear Three

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Introduction to Sport and Exercise Physiology

This module considers the foundations of key human systems (both anatomical and physiological) and their responses and adaptations to sport and exercise.

20 credits

Foundations of Sport and Exercise Psychology

Examine the psychological consequences of engaging in sport and exercise and the mental factors that impact quality sport and exercise experiences.

The Internal Business Environment

You will be introduced to key topics such as managers, teams, organisational culture, structure and communication. You will also study academic models and topics of law.

The External Business Environment

You will explore various academic approaches to management. Focusing on the external influences of business, you will learn to use the PESTEL model to analyse an organisation.

Sport Culture and Society: A Critical Introduction

Explore the importance of the social sciences in understanding sports and in the education of every sports professional.

Developing Academic and Research Skills

Get an overall perspective of the research process in the context of sport, exercise, health and leisure management, and learn the research skills necessary to successfully complete your studies.

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Work Integrated Learning in Sport Management

Enhance your employability by gaining real-world experience through a supervised short placement and a series of career-focused activities. You’ll apply, observe, and evaluate sector-relevant skills and behaviours while developing a deeper understanding of professional practice within sport science and management.

Strategic Management and Economic Analysis

This module aims to develop your understanding of strategy and resource management and the role these play in establishing competitive advantage. In addition to recognising issues associated with supply and demand, broadcasting and sponsorship and competitive balance.

Sports Marketing and CRM Systems

You are introduced to digital marketing systems and essential customer relationship management (CRM) principles and practices whilst also learning the unique nature of sports marketing.

Data Driven Analysis and Communication in Sport Management

Using enquiry-based learning, you will continue to learn about the research process and gain an understanding and experience of how research is conducted within sports and exercise science.

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Applied Sport and Exercise Physiology

Through theoretical and practical study, you will learn how bouts of physical exercise alter the body's structures and functions and how these concepts can be applied to training.

Practical Applications in Sport Psychology

This module introduces the concept of evidence-based practice, and frameworks of assessment, intervention and evaluation to address issues in sport, coaching, and social and exercise psychology.

Sociology of Sport, Health and the Body

Explore the fundamental concepts across the sociologies of sport, health, and the body, including emotion, physical culture, vulnerable bodies and why we work out.

Sport Project and Dissertation

You will produce an original and independent piece of work in a specialist area of sport science, coaching, exercise science or sport and leisure management depending on your focus of study.

40 credits

Entrepreneurship and Enterprise

Learn about entrepreneurship, critically evaluate business environments, and develop the knowledge, skills and techniques required to create a start-up company business plan effectively.

Economics and Finance in Sport and Leisure Industry

Learn the key theories and apply this knowledge to everyday sport management problems. You'll cover topics such as pricing strategies, sport analytics, betting markets and financial risk which will assist in your ability to become a leading sport manager in the field.

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Transforming Sport: Sustainability and Social Justice

Study and challenge the accepted beliefs and practices of those who govern and promote sport. Drawing on a variety of topics, this module presents a case for sport sociology as an agent of positive change in sport.

Advanced Topics in Sport and Exercise Psychology

You will become familiar with selected areas such as motivational climate, athletic identity, mental toughness, psychology of injury and morality in sports. The emphasis of this module will be placed on current primary research.

Strength, Power and Endurance for Sport and Exercise

This module typically focuses on six topics related to applied exercise physiology and strength and conditioning research.

Challenging Critical Issues in Sport

You'll analyse complex problems such as sports injury, drug use in sports and inequality and develop potential solutions using positive social changes.

Talent Development in Sport

This module will explore a critical view of the role of talent development in sport, focusing on the psychosocial, environmental, and personal factors that can influence the talent development process.

Event Management in the Sport and Leisure Industry

This module will help you develop your knowledge and skills in all appropriate management functions to plan for, develop and manage an event effectively.

We regularly review our course content based on student and employer feedback to ensure they remain current and relevant. This may result in changes to module content or availability in future years. Optional modules will only run where there is sufficient demand. This will be determined on a case-by-case basis to protect the academic and student experience.

Student experience

Anna Dunn

Sport and Exercise Science student

“I came round on an open day, and I got a great sense of community, and I loved all the facilities that NTU had to offer.”

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Joseph Sullivan

“During his career, Joe has worked with world-class sportspeople and their coaches at some of the best stadiums in the world.”

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How you're taught

How will I learn?

Your teaching team will be made up of seasoned sport science and sport management experts, ranging from long-time industry practitioners to respected academic researchers. At NTU, our outstanding research informs all our teaching – and not only will you be taught by the people behind it, but you’ll be using the very same facilities and equipment they use.

You’ll learn through a mix of:

lectures, covering the key theories and most pressing issues in sport management

seminars, which are smaller-group sessions perfect for learning key skills and collaborative working

practical workshops using our extensive range of industry-standard facilities

contact sessions with businesses within Nottingham’s community

external visits to the organisations which set your live briefs.

As the course progresses, you’ll have an increasing amount of time to focus on independent study and research. You’ll still have access to your tutors whenever you need them.

How you're assessed

People excel in different ways, and we want everybody to have the best possible chance of success. With the extensive range of optional modules available to you on this sports management degree, you get to choose not only what you study, but also how you are assessed. Our assessment types include:

coursework, including group projects, reports, dissertation and other assignments

practical assessments, such as individual and group presentations, laboratory reports and client interviews

written work in the form of formal essays, journal articles or blogs, exams and multiple-choice tests.

Contact hours

For each 20-credit module, you’ll spend about 200 hours learning overall. Around 40 of those hours will be taught in labs, lectures or seminars. The rest of the time is for independent study, reading, research, or working on assignments.

Who will teach you?

Craig Strong MPhil./MSc./SFHEA

Senior Lecturer

Craig Strong

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Cleveland Barnett

Associate Professor

Cleveland T. Barnett - Associate Professor of Biomechanics

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Ellie Nesbitt

Dr Ellie Nesbitt is a Lecturer in Sport Management. Ellie is the course leader for the Sport Science and Management degree pathway.

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Dale Bottomley

Dale Bottomley is a Senior Lecturer in Sport Management at Nottingham Trent University. He teaches various undergraduate and postgraduate modules related to business analysis, leadership and law in the sports industry. He is also the MSc Sport Management course leader.

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Entry requirements

UK students

Standard offer: 120 UCAS Tariff points from up to four qualifications, including A-level equivalent in a PE or Science subject

Contextual offer: 112 UCAS Tariff points from up to four qualifications, including A-level equivalent in a PE or Science subject

We will accept:

Sport-related subjects - Physical Education (PE), Sport Science, Sport, Sport Studies or Sporting Excellence

Science or maths related subjects - Applied Science, Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Psychology, Mathematics or Economics

To find out what qualifications have tariff points, please use our tariff calculator.

Additional requirements

Additional requirements for UK students

There are no additional requirements for this course.

Contextual offers

We consider every application in the context of your individual circumstances and educational background. This may include information about where you live, the school or college you attended, or experiences that may have shaped your educational journey. This is known as a contextual offer, and we use information provided through UCAS to help inform our decisions. By considering achievement in context, we can better recognise academic potential and ensure applicants are assessed as fairly and fully as possible.

Meeting our entry requirements

Hundreds of qualifications in the UK have UCAS Tariff points attached to specific grades, including A-levels, BTECs, T Levels and many more. You can use your grades and points from up to four different qualifications to meet our criteria. Enter your predicted or achieved grades into our Tariff calculator to find out how many points your qualifications are worth.

Other qualifications and experience

NTU welcomes applications from students with non-standard qualifications and learning backgrounds, either for year one entry or for advanced standing beyond the start of a course into year 2 or beyond.

We consider study and/or credit achieved from a similar course at another institution (otherwise known as credit transfer), vocational and professional qualifications, and broader work or life experience.

Our Recognition of Prior Learning and Credit Transfer Policy outlines the process and options available for this route. If you wish to apply via Recognition of Prior Learning, please contact the central Admissions and Enquiries Team who will be able to support you through the process.

Getting in touch

If you need more help or information, get in touch through our enquiry form.

International students

Academic entry requirements: 120 UCAS Tariff points from up to four qualifications, including A-level equivalent in a PE or Science subject. We accept equivalent qualifications from all over the world. Please check your international entry requirements by country.

English language requirements: See our English language requirements page for requirements for your subject and information on alternative tests and Pre-sessional English.

Additional international requirements

Additional requirements for international students

If you need help achieving the academic entry requirements, we offer a Foundation preparation course for this degree. The course is offered through our partner Nottingham Trent International College (NTIC) based on our City Campus.

English language requirements

View our English language requirements for all courses, including alternative English language tests and country qualifications accepted by the University.

If you need help achieving the language requirements, we offer a Pre-Sessional English for Academic Purposes course on our City campus which is an intensive preparation course for academic study at NTU.

If you have the right level of qualifications, you may be able to start your Bachelors degree at NTU in year 2 or year 3. This is called ‘advanced standing’ entry and is decided on a case-by case basis after our assessment of your qualifications and experience.

You can view our Recognition of Prior Learning and Credit Transfer Policy which outlines the process and options available, such as recognising experiential learning and credit transfer.

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Policies

We strive to make our admissions procedures as fair and clear as possible. To find out more about how we make offers, visit our admissions policies page.

Fees and funding

UK students - see the fees for this course, as well as information about funding and support.

£10,050 per year

Year abroad - £1,507

Placement year - £2,010

If you choose to do a placement year or year abroad, you'll pay a reduced fee for that year. Please be aware that you will be charged the fee set for the year this takes place, rather than being fixed at the rate applicable when you start your course, and any increases are subject to Government approval. As a guide, the fees above are for the 2027/28 academic year.

Find out about the extra support we may be able to provide to help pay for uni, including NTU bursaries and scholarships.

You will need to pay tuition fees for each year that you are at university. The tuition fees, including the placement year and study abroad options are subject to government policy and may change in future years of study.

Preparing for the financial side of student life is important, but we don’t want you to feel anxious or confused about it. Visit our fees and funding pages if you have any concerns.

International students - see the fees for this course, as well as payment advice and scholarships.

£18,400 per year

You will need to pay tuition fees for each year that you are at university. The tuition fees might increase from the second year of your undergraduate course, in line with inflation and as specified by the UK government.

Scholarships

We offer international scholarships of up to 50% of your tuition fee. You can apply for a scholarship when you have an offer to study at NTU.

Living costs

See our advice on managing your money and the cost of living as an international student in Nottingham.

Paying fees

As an international student, you'll need to make an advance payment as part of your offer conditions. You'll then need to pay your tuition fees in full, or have an agreement to pay in two further instalments, in order to enrol on the course.

Find out how and when to pay your fees, including information about your advance payment, instalment dates and how to make payments securely to the University.

Enquiries

If you have any queries relating to advance payments or arrangements to pay, please contact our friendly and experienced international enquiries team.

Additional costs

Your course fees cover the cost of studies and include loads of great benefits, such as the use of our library, support from our expert Employability team and free use of the IT equipment across our campuses. There are just a few additional things you may need to budget for:

Textbooks and library books

Your modules will point you to key textbooks and recommended reading. Many are available online, and in our libraries, but some students choose to buy their own copies. You’ll receive resource lists showing where to access eBooks, digital resources and physical copies. Our friendly Library team is always on hand to help you find what you need.

Printing and photocopying costs

The University allocates an annual printing and copying allowance of £20 depending on the course you are studying. For more details about costs for additional print and copying required over and above the annual allowance please see the printing and photocopying information on the Library website.

Placements

If you're undertaking a placement year, you'll need to budget for accommodation and any travel costs you may incur whilst on placement. Many of our placement students do earn a salary whilst on placement which can help to cover these living costs.

Alongside your degree, you’ll have the chance to gain a Personal Trainer qualification (endorsed by CIMSPA). This qualification costs £100 and is mapped to elements of your first year of study, with an extra module giving you hands-on experience and practical application of the Personal Trainer standard within our Sport and Wellbeing Academy.

Lab lockers

A refundable deposit is required for laboratory lockers (approximately £5).

Year abroad

If you choose to study abroad for a year, you may need to consider additional costs such as visas, vaccinations, accommodation and travel expenses.

Fees and funding advice

For more advice and guidance, phone the Student Money Team on +44 (0)115 848 2494.

Cost of living information and support

Managing your money can help you make the most of life at NTU. Here's how we can support you, and now you can make your funding go further.

Cost of living in Nottingham

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Money advice for international students

Careers and employability

A sport science degree can open doors throughout the sports, fitness and medical sectors – but this degree broadens your options even further. With its focus on sport management, you’ll develop an understanding of the ways businesses operate across all industries, and you’ll graduate with the practical and transferable skills sought after by employers everywhere. Just a handful of these include business acumen, communication, financial and economical skills, teamwork, strategic thinking, emotional intelligence, networking, and leadership.

You’ll be supported by our award-winning Employability team for up to three years after you graduate, and have access to comprehensive online career resources for life.

Sport and Wellbeing Academy

Our Sport and Wellbeing Academy offers additional work-like experience opportunities for sport management students, with the help of our tremendous community partners. You'll get the chance to work alongside our experienced Senior Exercise Practitioners to deliver programmes which help improve the health and wellbeing of local people. Find out more about the Academy.

We're in the top 10 for the number of undergraduate students studying Sport Sciences on year-long placements (HESA 2023/24).

On this sports management degree, you can complete a year-long placement (or ‘sandwich year’) after Year Two, on a paid or voluntary basis. This sandwich option is a very popular way to gain the vital work experience that employers look for.

We’ll support you throughout your placement, and you’ll be able to complete a Diploma in Professional Practice while you work.

Our most recent placement students have worked at organisations spanning multiple industries, including:

Bosch Motorsport

Kinetic Foundation (football charity)

Engage Digital Partners (sport marketing agency)

Secondary schools in Nottingham, London and beyond

DTB Sport Hospitality and Event Management Ltd

Accounting and finance firms like Grant Thornton and Tatu Capital

They’ve carried out a broad range of roles, from sports interns and marketing associates to account executives, teachers, social media managers and operations assistants.

Get ready to embark on an adventure with our study abroad programs at partner universities or by getting a work placement overseas. Both opportunities will boost your employability, build lifelong friendships, and allow you to experience the world in a whole new way.

Employability Promise

Personalised support, one-on-one coaching and industry-specific advice – it’s all part of our Employability Promise. And it doesn’t end when you leave NTU – you’ll have access to all our careers services for three years after you graduate (conditions apply).

Your graduate salary

Recent graduates from this course are typically earning £30,000 (FT) within 15 months after leaving NTU. And don’t forget, our Employability team can help you to progress into your first graduate role with CV and interview support, jobs fairs, and more.

Graduate employers

Graduates from this course have successful careers in organisations such as:

David Lloyd

Thomson Reuters

Silverstone Sports Engineering Hub

British Gas

Nottingham Rugby Club

Manchester City Football Club

Our graduates are…

Graduates from this course now work in a wide range of roles such as:

Account executive at a sports advertising agency

Data analyst

Health and inclusion officer

Management trainee

Business analyst

Sport academy coordinator

Marketing assistant

Assessed work-like experience

We’ve embedded at least eight weeks of assessed work-like experience into all of our courses. This gives you the opportunity to apply your learning in real-world scenarios, build your confidence, and develop the experience employers are looking for.

NTU Enterprise

If you’re a budding entrepreneur, NTU Student Enterprise can help you to develop your ideas and innovations and turn them into a reality. We also offer training, mentoring, workshops, financial advice and more to develop your business skills.

Where your course could take you

Discover how our students and alumni used their qualification to further their careers. Take a look at our other profiles and explore the possibilities awaiting you.

Salma’s Premier League media placement at Nottingham Forest

From running matchday media to leading Netball Comms, Salma’s Premier League placement at Nottingham Forest transformed her confidence, skills and ambitions.

View Salma Akasha's profile

Alessandro’s rise to Premiership‑level coaching

Alessandro’s elite coaching journey took him from leading university football to training Premier League footballers at Leeds United and Sunderland AFC.

View Alessandro Barcherini's profile

Campus and facilities

You’ll mainly be studying in the Erasmus Darwin and CELS Buildings.

Our self-contained, community-focused Clifton Campus has been designed to keep students busy between lectures. Catch up with your course mates in the Pavilion’s barista café and Refectory; brainstorm group presentations in chic and stylish study spaces; enjoy some proper R&R in The Point, home of our Students’ Union. The campus also hosts the multimillion-pound Clifton Sports Hub, offering great options for everyone — whatever your interests, and however competitive you’d like to get!

Take a few steps off campus and you’ll find yourself in the heart of Nottingham — one of Britain’s top 10 student cities, and one of Europe’s top 25. As well as offering a great social scene, it’s one of the UK’s key sporting hubs, home to the iconic Trent Bridge Cricket Ground; Notts County (the world’s oldest professional football league club) and two-time European Cup-winners Nottingham Forest; the Nottingham Tennis Centre, the National Ice Centre, and the National Watersports Centre at Holme Pierrepont; plus rugby union, rugby league, hockey and ice hockey teams.

There are over 40 sports clubs to get involved with during your time at NTU, allowing you to discover new passions, integrate with our sporting community, and even apply some of your learning to your own pastimes. Plus, all our campuses host their own gym and fitness suites, and you can access coaching and injury clinics.

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You can apply for this course through UCAS. If you are not applying to any other UK universities, you can apply directly to us on our NTU applicant portal.

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If you have any questions about applying, get in touch through our online form or call us on 44 (0)115 848 4200.

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