Study sport in the UK
Where can I study sport in the UK?
The UK is home to the best university for sport in the world – University of Loughborough1 – as well
as two more in the top ten: University of Birmingham (sixth) and University of Exeter (tenth). But you’ll
find world–class teaching and facilities right across the UK.
How long does it take to graduate?
Typically, undergraduate sports science degrees allow you to graduate in three or four years, with
many universities offering a year of study abroad or a year’s work experience with affiliated teams or
organisations. Postgraduate qualifications usually take one or two years to complete.
What is the course structure?
Sports science degrees in the UK can vary between universities, but you will be guaranteed several
things wherever you study. The modular course structure favoured in the UK allows you to gain a
broad knowledge of the subject in the first year, specialising and refining your learning as you go.
Modules can cover everything from physiology and nutrition, to the latest psychological and
motivational theory, and the global industry that surrounds sport.
Why is the UK a good choice to study sport?
UK universities are renowned for the quality of their teaching and facilities. As well as having access
to state–of–the–art technology, you’ll be able to connect with supportive coaching and develop strong
team bonds with your peers. Many universities also have links to teams and companies locally, as
well as overseas. Wherever you study you’ll cultivate academic rigour under the careful guidance of
creative professionals with real sporting expertise, meaning that you graduate well equipped with a
broad range of transferable skills and knowledge.
Are there any university sports teams I can join?
You’ll have almost 6,000 university sports teams to choose from in the UK. One–hundred and seventy
universities compete across 50 different sports, so you won’t struggle to find something you’re
passionate about. These university sporting events and championship tournaments are co–ordinated
by their own dedicated body, British Universities and Colleges Sport (BUCS).What is the sportingculture like in the UK?
Sport is a huge part of life in the UK, and thereis a longhistory of sporting achievements and
innovation. Many of the world’s best-loved sports–including rugby, cricket, tennis and football–were
invented here, and we’re hometo some of the most popular sports teams inthe world.
Whether you want to watch cricket at Lord’s,visit the Manchester Velodrome or take part ina big
event like the London Marathon, the UKis one of the best possible study destinationsfor a sports fan.
Are there any scholarships for sport students?
There are a wide range ofundergraduate andpostgraduate sports scholarships in the UK,some for
specific locations–such as EUstudents–and others open to anyone. As wellas those created by
universities themselves,there are many private bursaries such as theHelena Kennedy Foundation
Bursary.
What are my career options after I graduate?
Sports degrees in the UK will open doors toall kindsof careers, from becoming a coachor nutritionist
to roles in sports therapy orsports psychology, and of course teachingor journalism.
Whatever career you choose–from playingto commentating–the global sports industryis expected
to be worth $614 billion by 2022providing an exciting and lucrative field withendless possibilities.
International students can apply to stay andwork in the UK for two years after graduating,through the
Graduate Route.
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