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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.

  • Summer School Team Activity Leader – Malvern International
    Closing Date: 15/05/2025Location: England – Greater London.We’re looking for motivated, enthusiastic people with a natural flair for engaging with young learners. If you’re creative, progressive, and passionate about inspiring and entertaining children (12-18y) while making learning fun, these exciting roles at our Language in Action Summer School are perfect for you! The […]
  • PE and School Sport Specialist: – SHARES Recruitment
    Closing Date: 30/05/2025Location: England – North West. Permanent full time position to start in June 2025 SHARES Lancashire is a leading cluster of primary schools within the North West. The cluster has created a unique company that has been developed by schools, for schools in order to provide a range of high-quality […]
  • Teacher of Applied Business (maternity cover up to one year) – up to full time – Aquinas College
    Closing Date: 12/05/2025Location: England – North West.Aquinas is a thriving Catholic Sixth Form College in Stockport with over 2400 FTE students. The college wishes to appoint to the following teaching post, starting autumn term 2025: Teacher of Applied Business (maternity cover up to one year) – up to full time  The above […]
  • Teacher of English – full time – Aquinas College
    Closing Date: 06/05/2025Location: England – North West. Aquinas is a thriving Catholic Sixth Form College in Stockport with over 2400 FTE students. The college wishes to appoint to the following teaching post to start in the autumn term 2025: Teacher of English – full time It is essential that candidates are able to […]
  • Assistant Consultant – Progreso Consulting Ltd.
    Closing Date: 23/05/2025Location: England – Greater London. We are excited to announce the opportunity to work alongside a leading Senior Educational Psychologist as part of a team of enthusiastic professionals in the Education sector. This is the ideal position for a psychology graduate with a passion for education, SEN, and writing. We […]
  • Teacher of Food Studies – Deanery C.E. High School
    Closing Date: 07/05/2025Location: England – North West.Teacher of Food Studies Required from 1st September 2025: Governors are seeking to appoint an inspiring teacher of Food Studies, who is committed to excellent teaching and learning, has high expectations of pupils and supports pupils’ personal development. ‘An outstanding environment where pupils naturally live out […]
  • 1:1 Tutor – Integra People
    Closing Date: 10/01/2028Location: England – North West.Are you an experienced Tutor or have significant teaching experience?Due to a significant increase in demand, we are receiving a high volume of tuition requests across the Southport area. This presents a fantastic opportunity for dedicated tutors to make a meaningful impact on students who need additional support. […]
  • Project Assistant – DPI
    Closing Date: 30/04/2025Location: England – North West. About The Role This is an entry-level position. Primarily an office role based in Skelmersdale, WN89JP. Occasional weekend work and overtime will be required during peak summer periods and will be paid at an enhanced rate. You can expect to travel to job sites across […]
  • Trainee Behaviour Analysis Graduate – Jigsaw Trust
    Closing Date: 31/05/2025Location: England – South East. Analysis Graduate (Adult Social Care) Salary                   £25,000 per annum plus £500 upon completion of probation Contract terms    Monday to Friday 9.00am to 5.00pm (Part time working options are available) Annual leave        25 days plus […]
  • Outdoor education- classroom and programme support – Laudato Si' Centre, Diocese of Salford
    Closing Date: 21/08/2026Location: England – North West. Come and volunteer at the Laudato Si' Centre, for our outdoor education programme. Help children and students with their understanding of how to care for our world through fun, creative and practical activities. At our centre, we welcome classes of all ages up to 30 children […]

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