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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 Searching Find opportunities on our vacancy portal Search and apply for FAS placements on InPlace

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

CV and application advice Online learning pathway- Making applications Review your CV online using CareerSet

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

Interview advice Online learning pathway- interviews and assessments

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

Practise online tests at Graduates First Practise interviews at Shortlist Me Book 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 advice Complete 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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  • Teaching Assistant – CER Education
    Closing Date: 08/06/2027Location: England – North West.Key Stage 2 Teaching Assistant (General Support) – Sefton CER Education is delighted to announce an exciting opportunity for a part time Teaching Assistant to join a vibrant 2 form entry Primary School in Bootle. This role offers the chance to be an integral part of […]
  • SEND Teaching Assistant – CER Education
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  • Class Assistant – Kumon St Helens
    Closing Date: 24/09/2024Location: Hybrid.Class Assistant – 4 hours per week (both in-person and via Zoom)Aspiring teachers: would you like to be paid to get valuable experience working with children each week, working alongside your studies? We are looking for a class assistant to support our learners – children in both primary and […]
  • Online Volunteer Tutor (GCSE) – The Access Project
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  • Teacher/Course Leader of A-Level Chemistry – Runshaw College
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  • Schools Liaison Admissions Interviewers (variable hours) – Runshaw College
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  • Teacher/Course Leader of A-Level Physics – Runshaw College
    Closing Date: 20/09/2024Location: England – North West. TEACHER/COURSE LEADER OF A-LEVEL PHYSICS – REF 240910 Up to £47,131 p.a., plus Responsibility Allowance Band 2 – £2,236 p.a. Runshaw College is one of the most successful colleges in the country, renowned locally and nationally for our outstanding results, a friendly and supportive culture, and […]
  • Programme Administrator – Runshaw College
    Closing Date: 20/09/2024Location: England – North West. PROGRAMME ADMINISTRATOR – REF 240920 Up to £14,721 p.a. (£24,535 p.a.) 22.2 hours per week Runshaw College is one of the most successful colleges in the country, renowned locally and nationally for our outstanding results, friendly and supportive culture and focus on putting the student […]
  • Marketing & Partnerships Coordinator – Runshaw College
    Closing Date: 20/09/2024Location: England – North West. MARKETING & PARTNERSHIPS COORDINATOR – REF 240917 Up to £27,384 p.a. Runshaw College is one of the most successful colleges in the country, renowned locally and nationally for our outstanding results, friendly and supportive culture and focus on putting the student at the heart of […]
  • Student Consultant – Edge Hill University – Governance, Quality Assurance and Student Casework
    Closing Date: 01/11/2024Location: England – North West.We are seeking enthusiastic students to provide valuable contributions to the development of new degree programmes. Following a short training session, you would be required to engage with a set of programme documentation and provide feedback on the documentation. This can be either through a written […]
  • Teacher of Digital – Runshaw College
    Closing Date: 13/09/2024Location: England – North West. TEACHER OF DIGITAL (2 POSTS) – REF 2406102R Up to £47,131 p.a. Minimum starting salary is £30,240p.a. In addition, Runshaw College will contribute up to £13,517 p.a. in employer pension contributions. Runshaw College is one of the most successful colleges in the country, renowned locally […]
  • Schools Liaison Admissions Tutor – 2 Posts (0.6 & 0.4) – Runshaw College
    Closing Date: 13/09/2024Location: England – North West. SCHOOLS LIAISON ADMISSIONS TUTOR – 2 POSTS (0.6) & (0.4) – REF 240805 Up to £27,384 p.a. (£16,430 p.a. as a 0.6, £10,954 p.a. as a 0.4) In addition, Runshaw College will contribute up to £5,367 p.a., (£3,220 as a 0.6, £2,147 as a 0.4) […]
  • Early Years Trainer Level 2 to Level 5 (0.4) – Runshaw College
    Closing Date: 13/09/2024Location: England – North West. EARLY YEARS TRAINER LEVEL 2 T0 LEVEL 5 (0.4 FTE) – REF 240806 Up to £11,568 p.a. (FTE £28,921 p.a.)                                                    […]
  • Teacher of Engineering – Runshaw College
    Closing Date: 13/09/2024Location: England – North West. TEACHER OF ENGINEERING – REF 240807 Up to £47,131 p.a. Minimum starting salary is £30,240 p.a. In addition, up to £13,517 p.a. in employer pension contributions. Runshaw College is one of the most successful colleges in the country, renowned locally and nationally for our outstanding results, […]
  • Online Reading Volunteer – Doorstep Library
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  • Edge Hill University Careers Fair- Student Assistants – Edge Hill University – Careers
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