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Sport and physical activity

Discover – What can I do with my degree?

Careers in sports can involve working throughout the sports and leisure sector, with athletes or the general public of all ages. You could also work in a range of settings, from sports clubs to schools and community groups. A degree in sport and physical activity will develop transferable skills including communication, adaptability and flexibility, teamworking, professionalism and self-motivation. These skills will make you attractive to a range of organisations. Remember, you can also explore careers that don’t directly relate to your degree. Did you know that over 80% of graduate employers will recruit from any degree discipline?

Roles and careers related to a degree in sport and exercise science

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Roles and careers related to a degree in sport and leisure management

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Explore the career paths of other EHU graduates of sport and physical activity

Be inspired and build your network

Need help deciding?

View our career discovery tools to begin your career planning journey and plan for your future. 

Develop – Developing skills and experience

If you already have some career ideas, the next step will be to develop your skills and gain some experience to build your confidence and increase your knowledge. You may want to consider volunteering, part-time work, or undertaking a placement to increase your chances of gaining graduate employment after completing your degree. It’s also a great way to try out career paths to see what you enjoy and if it’s a good fit for you.

What skills do I need?

Find out more about our graduate attributes and the skills graduate employers look for

How can I develop my skills?

Ways you can develop your skills and enhance your employability offer to future employers

How can I gain experience?

Information about placements, volunteering, and work-based learning

Interested in a work placement?

View current placement opportunities for EHU students studying FAS subjects

Compete – Getting ready to apply for work or postgraduate study

When you know what you want to do and you’re ready to apply, we have all the tools, tips and advice right here. You can also use this information to help you if you’re at an earlier stage of your career thinking and are applying for part-time work or work placements.

Complete this short online learning module to find out where to search online and get faster and more relevant job search results.

Online learning pathway – Job SearchingBrowse opportunities on the Careers Portal

Your go-to guide, including examples and templates to get you started.

CV and application adviceOnline learning pathway- Making applicationsReview your CV online using CareerSet

Get ahead of the competition by reading our top tips or follow our online self-led learning pathway.

Interview adviceOnline learning pathway- interviews and assessments

Practise using our online tools or book a mock interview with a Careers Advisor.

Practise online tests at Graduates FirstPractise interviews at Shortlist MeBook a mock interview

How to decide if postgraduate study is right for you, what you should consider and how to apply.

Our top tips and adviceComplete our online learning pathway- Postgraduate study

Live opportunities

Take a look at the latest part-time jobs, placements, volunteering opportunities and graduate vacancies that may be of interest to Sport students. Select any of the following opportunities to find out more and apply, or search for other opportunities on our vacancy portal.

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  • Community & Programme Coordinator – iDEA Foundation
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    Closing Date: 14/10/2025Location: England – North West. Would you like to work with prospective EHU students, informing them about the benefits of university? Are you passionate about your subject and Edge Hill University? As a Student Guide you will take on a variety of roles and responsibilities including: Supporting with large events […]
  • Student Consultant to Validation – Edge Hill University – Governance, Quality Assurance and Student Casework
    Closing Date: 15/11/2025Location: Virtual or Homebased.We are seeking enthusiastic students to provide valuable contributions to thedevelopment of new degree programmes. Following a short training session, youwould be required to engage with a set of programme documentation and provide feedback on the documentation. This can be either through a written report or through verbal feedback […]

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