Sociology and Sport (with Foundation Year) BA (Hons)
Bishop Grosseteste University
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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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The BA (Hons) Sociology and Sport joint programme provides you with the opportunity to engage in study that offers a balanced range of modules from both disciplines. In undertaking a joint programme, you can develop in-depth knowledge and understanding which reflects your passion and interests in the chosen subjects. You will receive the chance to work with a wide variety of organisations through BGU links with industry and the opportunity to develop projects and expertise in areas that you are ...Read more

The BA (Hons) Sociology and Sport joint programme provides you with the opportunity to engage in study that offers a balanced range of modules from both disciplines. In undertaking a joint programme, you can develop in-depth knowledge and understanding which reflects your passion and interests in the chosen subjects. You will receive the chance to work with a wide variety of organisations through BGU links with industry and the opportunity to develop projects and expertise in areas that you are interested in.You will acquire and be able to apply a range of generic and transferable intellectual, research, practical and professional skills appropriate to an undergraduate programme and applicable to a wide range of career choices. Modules are contemporary in nature and tackle key societal issues facing sport, coaching and physical education. Modules are taught and assessed using a variety of active learning techniques where students are encouraged to take charge of their own learning through engaging with academic knowledge and research, tutors, external organisations, and peers. Possible career trajectories include youth work, adventure education, physical education, health and fitness coaching, the recreation industry, policy work, sports policy development, Police Force, Youth Offenders Service, Social Work, and media research on sport and wellbeing.

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29/101
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Jessica
19 Feb 25

The support I have recieved whilst studying at BGU has been second to none. They have been so unbelievably helpful in offering advice on student finance and supporting me in a..Read more

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Phoebe
19 Feb 25

Bishop Grosseteste University is the most supportive, kind, communal University in England. Any concern or worry is never shouldered alone. When struggling with essays, there is..Read more

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£6,935 per year

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Students from Wales

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£6,935 per year

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£10,200 per year

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£10,200 per year

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£10200 Per year

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Bishop Grosseteste University
Bishop Grosseteste University , Lincoln

Founded in 1862, Bishop Grosseteste University (BGU) is a well-established academic institution with a proud history of...

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Bishop Grosseteste University
Bishop Grosseteste University Longdales Road Lincoln Lincolnshire LN1 3DY United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Lincoln Central  0.7 miles away

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