South Thames College are delighted to be working in partnership with a large sporting events company on this exciting new course, which will equip learners with the skills and knowledge required to build a rewarding career in the sector.
This programme provides a specialist work-related programme of study that covers the key knowledge, understanding and practical skills required within the sports events sector. The course is delivered through the Pearson BTEC Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Sport and includes a Sports Events Management pathway.
The programme is designed to prepare learners for employment in the planning, coordination and delivery of sports events, including mass participation events, community sports events and commercial sporting activities. Learning is applied and contextualised through real-world scenarios that reflect industry practice.
Students will develop a broad understanding of the sports industry alongside the specific requirements of event delivery, including project planning, participant experience, safety considerations and operational coordination. The programme is both practical and academic, supporting learners to develop professional behaviours and critical thinking skills.
The programme has been developed with employer insight ensuring the curriculum reflects industry expectations for large-scale event delivery. Learners will engage with employer-informed activities, case studies and, where possible, work-based opportunities to enhance employability.
Successful candidates may progress to Level 5 Higher National study or into employment within the sport and events sector in roles such as event assistant, operations support or sport development officer.
The programme is delivered over one academic year.
Students who successfully complete all the core units, sport units and additional units listed below (totalling 120 credits) are eligible for the award of the Higher National Certificate.
Core Units: Unit 1 Physical Activity, Lifestyle & Health Unit 2 The Sport Landscape Unit 3 Project Management
Sport/Specialist Units: Unit 9 Operational Management & Leadership Unit 8 Sport Marketing Unit 6 Activity Leadership Unit 16 Work Exposure
Additional Units: Unit 16 Managing the Customer Experience (HNC Business) Unit 408 Emergency Management (HNC Public Services)
The following assessment methods will be among those used:
Event planning reports Project proposals and evaluations Group presentations Reflective journals Case study analysis Work-based assessments Written reports
All assessment is contextualised to sports events and applied industry scenarios.
This course is available in Clearing. If you have submitted an application, you can add this course. If you haven’t sent us an application yet, you can do this until 24th September 2026.
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
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Students must be 18 or over. Mature students with relevant experience may also be considered. If applicants require further support or advice regarding the application process, they can contact the college, and we will support or advise as required.
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The following course-related costs ARE included in the fees: Annual printing allowance; BTEC registration fee (if applicable). The following course-related costs are NOT included in the fees: Additional printing over and above the annual allowance; the cost of books, equipment and materials that you might wish to purchase.
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