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Sports Management
- HND
- 2 Years
- Full-time
- 21 September 2026
- Undergraduate
- SA1 Waterfront Campus, Swansea
- Awarded by:
- University of Wales Trinity Saint David (Prifysgol Cymru Y Drindod Dewi Sant)
Course summary
Our HND in Sports Management keeps you up-to-date with the latest developments in local, regional, and international sports. This course will equip you with valuable skills in coaching, instructing, mentoring, leadership, and management. With these skills, you’ll be ready for various careers in the sports industry.
Increased physical activity can improve public health, while the rise in athleisure and large sporting events offer economic benefits. This positive outlook means our graduates will have strong job prospects. Opportunities range from coaching and health programs to leading projects and managing teams.
In the Sports Management programme, you’ll grow as an independent learner. You’ll learn to gather information, analyse content, and make recommendations to various stakeholders. These are essential skills for working in the sports sector, and you will develop them throughout your studies.
Our course offers a range of experiences to help you learn how to acquire, interpret, deliver, present, and reflect on your work. By the end of your studies, you will be well-prepared to make a positive impact in the sports industry.
Modules
Year 1 - Level 4
In Year 1, you will build a solid foundation in scientific aspects of sport, exercise and physical activity, and health improvement. The curriculum includes practical and theory application, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of the core principles of sports management.
Compulsory
Learning in the Digital Era (20 credits)
Contemporary Challenges: Making a Difference (20 credits)
Application of the Coaching Process (20 credits)
Fitness and Well-being Management (20 credits)
Sport, Physical Activity and Society (20 credits)
Sporting Structures and Delivery (20 credits)
Year 2 - Level 5
Year 2 focuses on developing management skills, understanding the business environment, and exploring sports marketing and strategic planning. You will also engage in the application of advanced coaching and mentoring process, applying your knowledge to real-world scenarios and gaining valuable experience.
Compulsory
Changemakers: Creativity and Value Creation (20 credits)
Changemakers: Building your Personal Brand for Sustainable Employment (20 credits)
Application of the Advanced Coaching and Mentoring Process (20 credits)
Community Sports Planning and Delivery (20 credits)
Managing the Professional and Elite Sports Environment (20 credits)
Sports infrastructure, Design and Operation (20 credits)
Assessment method
The assessment strategy will aim to support the balanced development of key industry competencies and knowledge. Assessments will also aim to support the development in managing ICT, communication, numeracy, problem-solving, interacting in teams, critical appraisal, self-management and leadership. Strategies will include a balance of assignments, fieldwork studies, practical assessments and where appropriate examinations.
Qualified teacher status (QTS)
To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:
- Course does not award QTS
How to apply
Apply by
14 January
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- 178N
- Institution code:
- T80
- Campus name:
- SA1 Waterfront Campus, Swansea
- Campus Code:
- T
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
International applicants
If you are not from the UK and you do not already have residency here, you may need to apply for a visa. For courses of more than six months’ duration you will require a Student visa. International students who require a Student visa should apply for our full-time courses as these qualify for Student visa sponsorship. For full information read our visa application and guides. Please note students receiving US Federal Aid are only able to apply for in-person, on-campus programmes which will have no elements of online study.
Entry requirements
UCAS Tariff64 - 80 points
English language requirements
If English is not your first language or you have not previously studied in English, our usual requirement is the equivalent of an International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic Test) score of 6.0, with not less than 5.5 in each of the sub-tests. We also accept other English language tests.
Acceptable Evidence of Englishhttps://www.uwtsd.ac.uk/apply/international-applications/english-language-requirements
Contextual admissions
Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.
We may make you a lower offer based on a range of factors, such as your background, experiences and individual circumstances. This is known as ‘Contextual Admissions’. For specific advice and support you can contact our enquiries team for more information about entry requirements.
Learn more on the University of Wales Trinity Saint David website
Historical entry grades data
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
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