The course aims to promote the role of the sports sector in the social, political and economic world. Students learn to implement innovative sports programmes that can have a positive impact on society. The course draws on the latest research in sport and the development of the sector.
Why study this course?
- The university has a partnership with the Bedford Blues Foundation, which manages and implements sports projects
- The department is a partner of the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity
- The teaching staff are a team of practitioners with experience at The Football Association and Sport England
- University academics have produced highly regarded research in the areas of sport sociology, coaching and sport development, physical education, sport management and physical activity leadership
What skills do graduates gain?
- The course imparts knowledge in the areas of sports coaching, sports development, health and fitness management, teaching and entrepreneurship
- The course develops coaching and leadership skills
- Students gain knowledge in areas such as applied sport development and project management, sport psychology and research in sport
