Sport Business Management, BSc (Hons) at University of Lancashire

Programme overview

A BSc applying business theory to the sport sector, covering management, finance, strategy, branding and marketing from international perspectives including sustainability, globalisation and corporate social responsibility. The course is accredited by CIMSPA and includes the CMI Level 5 Diploma in Management and Leadership at no additional cost.

Faculty: School of Health, Social Work and Sport | Duration: 3 years | Intake: September 2026, September 2027 | Location: Preston, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules include eSports and Digital Media, Global Sport Branding and Sponsorship, Leadership and Sport Management, Sport Business and Finance, Business Ethics and People Management, Sport Industry Experience, Sport Marketing and Consumer Behaviour, Sport Operations and Facilities Management, Public Relations and Communications in Sport and Strategic Sport Leadership and Innovation.

Career pathways

Graduates can pursue management roles across professional clubs, sport, health and events, with an optional sport industry placement and study abroad opportunities.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Typical offer and entry requirements (UK qualifications): A-level/UCAS points 104 - 112 points at A2; BTEC Extended Diploma: DMM; BTEC Diploma: D*D-D*D*; Pass Access Course: 104 - 112 Points; International Baccalaureate Diploma: Pass including 104 - 112 points from Higher Level subjects; T Level: M; IELTS: grade 6.0 with no subscore lower than 5.5; GCSEs: 5 at grade C/4 including Maths and English or equivalent

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). Full-time UK tuition fee; placement year fee is separate (GBP 1,955) Source

International applicants: GBP 18,500 a year (2026/27). Full-time international tuition fee Source

Intake: September 2026, September 2027

Duration: 3 years

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