If you're looking to develop a critical understanding of, and a capacity to work within, the ever-changing sport industry, then our Master's in Sport Management is ideal.

  • Our postgraduate degrees are informed by sector-leading research ranked 1st in the UK for research power and environment in Sport and Exercise Sciences, Leisure and Tourism (Times Higher Education – last REF League Tables) and expect to perform just as well when the REF 2029 takes place.
  • Your learning is informed by research utilised by organisations such as the International Olympic Committee, UEFA, Premier League football teams, UK Sport, and many internationally renowned organisations.
  • Our unique professional development opportunities ensure graduates are well-placed to thrive in the global sport industry. Students have also gained experience at major events and organisations such as the UEFA Women's Euro (2022), Wimbledon and Commonwealth Games (2022).
  • Opportunity to work on a real-life sports industry consultancy-based research project or benefit from our diverse and world-leading research portfolio to develop a sport management research project that is tailored to reflect your interests.
  • Our programme is delivered by internationally renowned academics across the sport management discipline.
  • You will also have opportunities to hear from industry figures, helping you to develop your network as well as the knowledge and skills that are demanded by employers.
  • Benefit from a welcoming and genuinely international learning environment for postgraduate study – join the School’s large community of postgraduate students, typically drawn from over 20 countries, allowing you to develop global networks.
  • A network of over 1200 sport management students and graduates based all over the world, providing you with the opportunity to develop connections and learn from the experiences of alumni working across the sector.