Program Overview
The International Sport Management at Northumbria University is a MSc programme in Business & Management over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of business & management. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the International Sport Management programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: GBP 13,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 5,450 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the International Sport Management programme are prepared for diverse careers in business & management:
- Business Analyst
- Management Consultant
- Product Manager
- Strategy Analyst
- Operations Manager
- Entrepreneur
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Sports Development in Contemporary Society
- Integrated Sport Marketing Communications
- International Resource Management for sport
- International Sport Event Management
- Strategic Management in Sport
- The Research Process
- The Sport Marketing Process
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Normally candidates will be expected to have a Bachelor degree at 2.2 classification or above in a sport-related subject. Applications are also encouraged from people with other undergraduate subject backgrounds who are passionate about sport, have relevant experience and may be seeking a change in career.
Plus one of the following
International/English Language Requirements:
International applicants are required to have one of the following English language qualifications with grades as shown below.
A British Council International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score of 6.5 (or above) with a minimum score in each component of Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking of 6.0
Pearson Academic score of 62 (or above) with a minimum score in each component of Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking of 51
The University also accepts many other English language qualifications and if you have any questions about our English Language requirements please contact the International Admissions Office and we will be glad to assist you.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 13,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 5,450 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: GBP 13,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 5,450 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Northumbria University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Northumbria University
Northumbria University
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
The University of Northumbria at Newcastle, which operates as Northumbria University, is a public research university located in Newcastle upon Tyne, North East of England. It has been a...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2031-07-18
- Start Date 2018-09-19
- Language English
- Duration 12 months