Sport Management MSc
University of Portsmouth
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OverviewIf you want an international career working for sporting governing bodies, or delivering events such as the Olympics, Wimbledon, Premier League football, the Indian Premier League, or other elite or mass participation global sporting events, then taking our Masters qualification in sport management will give you the valuable expertise and skills needed to lead, plan and deliver results in the growing sport management industry. The UK is Europe’s leading market for sport and sports tech ...Read more

Overview

If you want an international career working for sporting governing bodies, or delivering events such as the Olympics, Wimbledon, Premier League football, the Indian Premier League, or other elite or mass participation global sporting events, then taking our Master's qualification in sport management will give you the valuable expertise and skills needed to lead, plan and deliver results in the growing sport management industry.

The UK is Europe’s leading market for sport and sports tech with sport and physical activity contributing £39 billion to the UK’s economy. The global sports market is expected to reach $707.84 billion in 2026. The UK’s globally renowned sporting events provide many career opportunities. For example, the Premier League is the most watched football league in the world, with matches broadcast to 1 billion homes in 188 countries.

On this MSc Sport Management degree course you'll learn the theory and practice of sport management, build on your knowledge and understanding, and develop your leadership skills within an international sport management context.

Once you graduate, you'll have the transferable tools and skills needed for an international career in sport management, HR and event management.

Course highlights

  • Develop the skills in people management and leadership needed for a successful international career in elite global sport
  • Study the worldwide sports business industry, and the principles, practice and governance in management
  • Learn from our research with internationally recognised sports organisations such as UEFA, the Rugby Football League (RFL) and the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB)
  • Enjoy access to our outstanding new Ravelin Sports Centre, designed to be one of the UK’s most sustainable sports facilities
  • Learn from lecturers who have delivered sport management programmes internationally and who are driven by current practices
  • Explore employability and work experience opportunities during your time in Portsmouth

Careers and opportunities

Careers this Master's prepares you for

This course specifically offers potential for career advancement within the growing sport management sector. It builds on the topics that sport management students will have covered at undergraduate level and introduces overarching themes such as funding, policy and strategy.

Key modules in governance, economics and contemporary issues have been designed to enhance student's transferable skills enabling some of our graduates to work in senior roles in areas such as human resources and event management.

Graduates of this course have gone onto roles such as:

  • General deputy director
  • Operations manager
  • Community sports manager
  • Head of PR and communications
  • Marketing manager
  • Chief executive
  • Consultant
  • Fitness instructor
  • Industrial placement coordinator
  • Marketing assistant
  • Sport lecturer

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Sports Science
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35/81
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23rd
CUG Ranking
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47th
What students say
D
Devon
23 Nov 22

The lecturers are friendly and willing to help. The sports facilities and clubs are to a high standard. Everything is easily accessible and walking distance. The student union..Read more

Modules

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Entry requirements

A second class honours degree in a Sport, Business or Management subject. Applicants who hold a non-related degree will be considered on a case-by-case basis. For those who do not hold a degree or relevant professional qualification, extensive experience together with evidence of scholarly ability will be required.

Tuition fees

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Domestic

This is the fee you pay if the University is in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)

The fee for Jan-2024 entry is: £8,500 and for Sep-2024 and Jan-2025 entry is: £10,400

£8,500 per year

This information is updated by IDP Connect, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from EU

The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.

The fee for Jan-2024 entry is: £8,500 and for Sep-2024 and Jan-2025 entry is: £10,400

£17,200 per year

This information is updated by IDP Connect, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from International

The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.

The fee for Jan-2024 entry is: £17,200 and for Sep-2024 and Jan-2025 entry is: £18,100

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Devon
23 Nov 22
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The lecturers are friendly and willing to help. The sports facilities and clubs are to a high standard. Everything is easily accessible and walking distance. The student union...
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University of Portsmouth
University of Portsmouth , Portsmouth

Portsmouth is a small and lively island city that contains everything students need....

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