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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

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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.

Take a look at the latest part-time jobs, placements, volunteering opportunities and graduate vacancies for sport and physical activity students – directly from our vacancy portal.

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

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Latest opportunities for Sport and physical activity students

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

  • Business & Financial Advisory Graduate Scheme – Deloitte
    Closing Date: 00:00 16-Oct-2023Location: England – North West.Your career at Deloitte  Deloitte drives progress. Using our vast range of expertise, that covers audit, risk advisory, and consulting services across tax, legal, business, technology and corporate finance, we help our clients become leaders wherever they choose to compete. To do this, we invest in outstanding people. We build […]
  • Teacher of KS 3&4 Science – Auckland College Independent School
    Closing Date: 00:00 17-Oct-2023Location: England – North West.Job Title: KS3/4 Science TeacherEmployer: Auckland CollegeJob Type: Teaching & LearningJob Phase: SecondaryNOR: 380Grade: Auckland M1-5Actual Salary: £26,679-£30,590Contract Type: PermanentContract Term: Full timeLocation: LiverpoolStart Date: ASAPClosing Date: Tuesday, October 17th, 2023 About the SchoolJoin Our Team as a KS3 and KS4 Science Teacher at an Outstanding Independent School! Are you an experienced and passionate Science teacher ready […]
  • Teacher of KS 3&4 English with KS4 Humanities as a second subject – Auckland College Independent School
    Closing Date: 00:00 17-Oct-2023Location: England – North West.Job Title: KS3/4 English Teacher with Humanities as Second SubjectEmployer: Auckland CollegeJob Type: Teaching & LearningJob Phase: SecondaryNOR: 380Grade: Auckland M1-5Actual Salary: £26,679-£30,590Contract Type: PermanentContract Term: Full timeLocation: LiverpoolStart Date: Monday, January 1st, 2024Closing Date: Tuesday, October 17th, 2023 About the SchoolJoin Our Team as a KS3 and KS4 English Teacher with additional responsibilities for KS4 Humanities […]
  • Blended Learning/LRC Administrator – Merseyside Police HQ
    Closing Date: 00:00 05-Oct-2023Location: England – North West.Blended Learning / LRC Administrator PS Learning & Development Mather AvenuePermanent Grade D £27,789 – £29,874 Job Purpose To provide specialist support for, and manage the administrative aspects of, the Force Blended Learning Systems. To provide a comprehensive and cost effective administrative support service for the training delivery […]
  • Learning Support Worker Placement – Jigsaw Trust
    Closing Date: 30-Oct-2023Location: England – South East.Are you studying Psychology or Social Care at University? Are you interested in Special Educational Needs and Behaviour Analysis?   JigsawPlus adult day centre for autistic learners aged 18 and over, has paid placements available for university students who are looking to develop their careers in […]
  • Trainee SEN Teacher Placememt – Jigsaw Trust
    Closing Date: 30-Oct-2023Location: England – South East.Are you studying Psychology or Education at University? Are you interested in Special Educational Needs and Behaviour Analysis?   Jigsaw School, a day school for autistic children aged 4-19, has paid placements available for university students who are looking to develop their careers in psychology and […]
  • Learning Support Worker – Jigsaw Trust
    Closing Date: 30-Oct-2023Location: England – South East.Worked in care or teaching previously? Experienced working with individuals with disabilities? Interested in autism and passionate about making a difference? Whatever your background, join JigsawPlus to build a career and make life changing differences. Salary: £25,000 per annum (£12.82 per hour) and a £500 bonus […]
  • Hello Future Graduate Intern – Hello Future
    Closing Date: 00:00 25-Oct-2023Location: England – North West.Are you passionate about Higher Education and looking for an exciting and varied role? As a Hello Future Graduate Intern, you will liaise with schools and colleges, working with ages 11+, and build effective relationships to raise awareness of Level 4 and above study, including apprenticeships. […]
  • Hello Future Outreach Assistant – Hello Future
    Closing Date: 00:00 12-Oct-2023Location: England – North West.Hello Future is part of the Uni Connect Programme, a national programme funded by the Office for Students. Uni Connect aims to support the government’s social mobility goals by increasing the number of young people who go into Higher Education, particularly those from underrepresented groups. […]
  • Hello Future Outreach Officer – Hello Future
    Closing Date: 00:00 10-Oct-2023Location: England – North West.Hello Future is part of the Uni Connect Programme, a national programme funded by the Office for Students. Uni Connect aims to support the government’s social mobility goals by increasing the number of young people who go into Higher Education, particularly those from underrepresented groups. […]
  • SEN Behaviour Analyst – Jigsaw Trust
    Closing Date: 30-Oct-2023Location: England – South East.Jigsaw School has a rare opportunity for Psychology Graduates looking to kick start their careers in Behaviour Based Teaching and SEN Education✓ Do you have a Bachelors background in Psychology and a keen interest in behaviour-based teaching techniques?✓ Are you inspired by educating others and have […]
  • Careers Marketing Assistant – Edge Hill University – Careers
    Closing Date: 00:00 13-Oct-2023Location: England – North West.About the Role In this exciting and flexible role, you will be working with Edge Hill University’s Careers team, supporting them in raising awareness of the work they do and increasing engagement in their services. Students have many things competing for their attention. You will […]
  • Speech & Language Therapist – Peterhouse School
    Closing Date: 00:00 06-Oct-2023Location: England – North West.“The school has an extensive therapeutic team. This includes occupational therapists and speech and language therapists. The integrated therapeutic curricula offer includes the therapy team working closely with class teachers, pupils and their families. They also invest in their relationships with the pupils, being part […]
  • Teacher of Maths – Holy Family RC & CE College
    Closing Date: 00:00 09-Oct-2023Location: England – North West.  Rochdale MBC, Diocese of Salford and Diocese of Manchester Holy Family Roman Catholic and Church of England College Specialising in Mathematics and Computing Wilton Grove Heywood OL10 2AA   Teacher of Maths Main Scale M1 to Upper Pay Scale UPS3 (£28, 000 to £43,685) […]
  • Edge Hill University – Online Student Ambassador – Edge Hill University – (Course Enquiries) Student Recruitment
    Closing Date: 00:00 22-Oct-2023Location: England – North West. Role Information Online Student Ambassador Main purpose of the job You will be required to support prospective students who are interested in studying at Edge Hill University, answering any questions they have professionally and efficiently. You will share your own experiences, encouraging attendance at on-campus […]
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