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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

Sport Management (with Foundation Year)

Bournemouth University

(4.2)
111 reviews

Entry requirements

Here's what you will need to get a place on the Sport Management (with Foundation Year) course at Bournemouth University.

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UCAS Tariff

48

UCAS Tariff points.

Tuition fees

LocationFees
England£5,760 per year
Scotland£5,760 per year
Wales£5,760 per year
Northern Ireland£5,760 per year
Channel Islands£5,760 per year
Republic of Ireland£5,760 per year
EU£18,700 per year
International£18,700 per year

Course summary

What this course is about

UCAS code: N291

Here's what Bournemouth University says about its Sport Management (with Foundation Year) course.

Developed via consultation with industry bodies like the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA) and commercial sport operators, this dynamic course will prepare you for a career in an ever-changing industry.

Why study BSc (Hons) Sport Management (with Foundation Year) at BU?

  • Blending academic and practical elements, this course will support you to become a critically informed and well-rounded graduate, ready to manage, influence and lead in the world of work

  • Develop a detailed understanding of sport, management, marketing, leadership, finance and business principles, with an appreciation of their complex global social contexts

  • Gain varied practical experience from course placement options providing you with fantastic opportunities to put your learning into practice and make professional connections

  • We have developed an international reputation in the management of sport, events and physical activity, and continue to shape sport research, policy and practice

  • Our range of collaborative projects with local and international partners, provide opportunities for you to engage in educational, research and work activities with our global partner intuitions across the world

  • You'll be career-ready with 94% of our graduates in employment or further studies, fifteen months after graduating. (Source DiscoverUni 2022)

This is the foundation year option for students who do not meet the entry requirements for the degree course. This additional year of study will give you a grounding in the business and management skills required for this course, building your confidence, knowledge and skills for further study. After successful completion of the foundation year, you will progress to the full degree.

Course details

There are a few options in how you might study Sport Management (with Foundation Year) at Bournemouth University.

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2 course options available.

Qualification

Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

Department

Department of Sport and Event Management

Location

Main Site | Poole

Duration

4 Years

Study mode

Full-time including foundation year

Subjects

• Sports management

Start date

September 22, 2025

Application deadline

January 29, 2025

The modules you will study

During the foundation year, you will study the following units: Fundamentals of Business & Management, Academic & Professional Practice and Fusion Business Project. As part of the degree, in Year 1 you will study: Beginning Research in Sport & Exercise; Principles of Sport Management; Sport Marketing; Financial Reporting for Sport; Sport Structures & Processes and Sport, Culture & Society.

Bournemouth University reviews

(4.2)
Based on 111 reviews from Bournemouth University's students and alumni
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3 star
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1st year student

Pretty good. Lots of clubs and societies. Lots of student club nights - like almost one every night I think? rnThereu2019s a bar on campus but you wonu2019t be short of a bar anywhere in Bournemouth anyways.

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1 year ago

1st year student

Overall uni life is good. Nightlife is very good. Lots of clubs and also thereu2019s a student only club too. Quite a few events that take place on campus that sometimes give out free food. rnrnTown centre is bare - wouldnu2019t even call it a town centre where Iu2019m from. Couple of shops but real...

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1 year ago

1st year student

Decent accommodation is expensive here. You could go with the cheaper halls but youu2019re at risk of insect/rodent infestation and/or crackheads so you weigh the pros and cons. rn

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1 year ago

1st year student

Good support system in place.

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1 year ago

1st year student

Loads of accommodation options to choose from. Many of which are modern. Shame most of them are fairly pricy but thatu2019s inflation I guess. Love my accommodation. rnLibrary could do with a renovation but still has the whatu2019s needed. Facilities are good. rnCafes and shops in the campus are exp...

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1 year ago

1st year student

Really nice lecturers that listen well and help where they can. Respond quickly to emails and messages. rnLecture notes and presentations could be improved as I donu2019t think they fully cover what is need (particularly the programming based modules).

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1 year ago

National Student Survey (NSS) scores

The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.

Here you can see ratings from Bournemouth University students who took the Sport Management (with Foundation Year) course - or another course in the same subject area.

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How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?

72%

low

How good are teaching staff at explaining things?

83%

low

How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?

69%

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How often is the course intellectually stimulating?

60%

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To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?

73%

low

How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?

73%

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How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?

71%

low

To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?

70%

low

To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?

69%

low

How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?

76%

low

How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?

72%

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How often does feedback help you to improve your work?

67%

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How often have you received assessment feedback on time?

94%

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How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?

75%

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How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?

87%

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How well have teaching staff supported your learning?

79%

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How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?

81%

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How well organised is your course?

79%

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How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?

81%

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How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?

83%

low

How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?

84%

low

How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?

50%

low

To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?

68%

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To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?

67%

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How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?

67%

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During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?

79%

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How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?

80%

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Student information

See who's studying at Bournemouth University. These students are taking Sport Management (with Foundation Year) or another course from the same subject area.

Sports management
Mode of study
Full-time77%Part-time23%
Gender ratio
Female13%Male87%
Where students come from
International8%UK92%
Student performance
2:1 or above69%
First year dropout rate24%
Number of students330
Most popular A-levels studied
SubjectGrade
Business StudiesC
Physical EducationB
PsychologyC
GeographyC
HistoryC
Source: HESA

Graduate prospects

What graduates do next

We have no information about graduates who took Sport Management (with Foundation Year) at Bournemouth University.

Earnings after graduation

Earnings from Bournemouth University graduates who took Sport Management (with Foundation Year) - or another course in the same subject area.

Business and management

Earnings

£23.7k

First year after graduation

£30.3k

Third year after graduation

£36.1k

Fifth year after graduation

Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to Sport Management (with Foundation Year).

Source: LEO

Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree

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Bournemouth University courses are designed with direct input from employers, with many courses accredited by the biggest names in industry. Every student has the opportunity to get work experience as part of their course and opportunities for work, study or volunteering abroad too. Our courses have been recognised for the quality of student learning opportunities and support around your course too, so you’ll be well-prepared for your future, whatever it may be. What better place to find a balance with study and life than our beautiful cosmopolitan town, from Nandos to nights out and Beach days taking in some rays. There’s a Bournemouth to be discovered for everyone. Our award-winning nightclub, The Old Firestation, and end-of-year festival – the Summerball – all contribute to make your BU experience an unforgettable experience. Come and see us at an Open Day to discover why you #BelongatBU.

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