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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.

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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.

  • KS4 Geography Tutor – Auckland College Independent School
    Closing Date: 31/01/2025Location: England – North West.Auckland College wishes to employ a Geography graduate who can deliver GCSE Geography to a Key Stage 4 class of Year 10 and 11 students on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday mornings from 8.45-9.45am and deliver booster classes 3-4pm on Fridays, although this day can be moved […]
  • Summer Activity Leader – ANGLO Ltd
    Closing Date: 01/06/2025Location: England – Greater London.,England – South East.,England – South West.,England – West Midlands.,Scotland.,UK Nationwide.Overview ANGLO Leaders (ALs) are responsible for planning and running a fun, engaging leisure programme for teenagers. This will include leading a variety of sports and creative activities, acting as a guide on trips to places […]
  • Rugbytots Lead Coach – Rugbytots (Preston & Chorley)
    Closing Date: 17/10/2027Location: England – North West.Rugbytots is a play programme for girls and boys aged 2-7yo. It is fast-paced, skill-based, great for social skills and lots of fun! We are currently looking for Lead Coaches to join our coaching team. You can find out more about our classes at our website […]
  • Teacher of Religious Education – St Mary's Catholic High School
    Closing Date: 31/01/2025Location: England – North West.Teacher of Religious EducationThe Governors of this highly regarded Catholic high school are looking to welcome a motivated and enthusiastic teacher of RE to join a hard working and committed team.Applications should have achieved a good honours degree (or expected to achieved)and be able to evidence […]
  • Service Desk Analyst – Runshaw College
    Closing Date: 24/01/2025Location: England – North West.SERVICE DESK ANALYST – REF 250160 £28,175 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 all that we do.  […]
  • Teacher of Chemistry – Runshaw College
    Closing Date: 24/01/2025Location: England – North West.TEACHER OF CHEMISTRY – REF 241149R Up to £48,309 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 a focus on putting the student at the heart of all […]
  • Teacher of Biology (ideally with Geology) Maternity Cover (0.8) – Runshaw College
    Closing Date: 24/01/2025Location: England – North West.TEACHER OF BIOLOGY (IDEALLY WITH GEOLOGY) MATERNITY COVER (0.8) – REF 241150R Up to £38,647 p.a. (FTE Up to £48,309 p.a.)                                                      […]
  • Weekend Science Presenter – Catalyst Science Discovery Centre and Museum
    Closing Date: 02/02/2025Location: England – North West.Catalyst Science Discovery Centre and Museum in Widnes are recruiting! In recent times we have made huge strides in developing our charitable goals and our public offers, yet there is still more to be done. We are looking for someone to join our team and provide […]
  • UNIQ+ 2025 internships – University of Oxford
    Closing Date: 19/02/2025Location: England – South East.UNIQ+ research internships are designed to provide students from under-represented and disadvantaged backgrounds who are ordinarily resident in the UK with the opportunity to experience postgraduate study. UNIQ+ gives you the chance to experience life as a graduate research student at Oxford, gaining skills and experience that […]
  • Ark – Graduate Trainee Teacher – Graduate Recruitment Bureau
    Closing Date: 09/03/2025Location: England – East Midlands.,England – Greater London.,England – South East.Ark is a charity that aims to transform children’s lives through education. In the UK, the strongest predictor of how a child will do at school continues to be what their parents do for a living – but why should this […]
  • Trainee SEN Teacher (1 Year Paid Placement) – Jigsaw Trust
    Closing Date: 09/02/2025Location: England – South East.A start date between July 2025 – Sep 2025 can be agreed upon successful application. 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 […]
  • Learning Support Worker (1 Year Paid Placement) – Jigsaw Trust
    Closing Date: 09/02/2025Location: England – South East.Start Date: A start date between July 2025 – Sep 2025 can be agreed upon successful applicationAre 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, […]
  • Summer School Team Activity Leader – Malvern International
    Closing Date: 24/01/2025Location: England – Greater London.,England – North West.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 (14-18y) while making learning fun, these exciting roles at our Language in Action Summer School are perfect […]
  • Trainee Computing Teacher – Lift Schools
    Closing Date: 31/01/2025Location: UK Nationwide.Classroom-based Initial Teacher Training (ITT) programme based in one of our 57 schools. Lift Schools is one of the largest school trusts nationwide and we are partnered with Ark Teacher Training to deliver our programme. You'll gain a PGCE (Post-Graduate Certificate of Education) and your Qualified Teacher Status […]
  • Trainee Modern Foreign Languages Teacher – Lift Schools
    Closing Date: 30/01/2025Location: UK Nationwide.Classroom-based Initial Teacher Training (ITT) programme based in one of our 57 schools. Lift Schools is one of the largest school trusts nationwide and we are partnered with Ark Teacher Training to deliver our programme. You'll gain a PGCE (Post-Graduate Certificate of Education) and your Qualified Teacher Status […]
  • Trainee Geography Teacher – Lift Schools
    Closing Date: 31/01/2025Location: UK Nationwide.Classroom-based Initial Teacher Training (ITT) programme based in one of our 57 schools. Lift Schools is one of the largest school trusts nationwide and we are partnered with Ark Teacher Training to deliver our programme. You'll gain a PGCE (Post-Graduate Certificate of Education) and your Qualified Teacher Status […]
  • Trainee Biology Teacher – Lift Schools
    Closing Date: 31/01/2025Location: UK Nationwide.Classroom-based Initial Teacher Training (ITT) programme based in one of our 57 schools. Lift Schools is one of the largest school trusts nationwide and we are partnered with Ark Teacher Training to deliver our programme. You'll gain a PGCE (Post-Graduate Certificate of Education) and your Qualified Teacher Status […]
  • Trainee Physics Teacher – Lift Schools
    Closing Date: 31/01/2025Location: UK Nationwide.Classroom-based Initial Teacher Training (ITT) programme based in one of our 57 schools. Lift Schools is one of the largest school trusts nationwide and we are partnered with Ark Teacher Training to deliver our programme. You'll gain a PGCE (Post-Graduate Certificate of Education) and your Qualified Teacher Status […]
  • Trainee Chemistry Teacher – Lift Schools
    Closing Date: 31/01/2025Location: UK Nationwide.Classroom-based Initial Teacher Training (ITT) programme based in one of our 57 schools. Lift Schools is one of the largest school trusts nationwide and we are partnered with Ark Teacher Training to deliver our programme. You'll gain a PGCE (Post-Graduate Certificate of Education) and your Qualified Teacher Status […]
  • Trainee Spanish Teacher – Lift Schools
    Closing Date: 31/01/2025Location: UK Nationwide.Classroom-based Initial Teacher Training (ITT) programme based in one of our 57 schools. Lift Schools is one of the largest school trusts nationwide and we are partnered with Ark Teacher Training to deliver our programme. You'll gain a PGCE (Post-Graduate Certificate of Education) and your Qualified Teacher Status […]

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