Maynooth University

Overview

The Business with Sport Science degree at Maynooth University offers a unique blend of business acumen and sports science knowledge. This program is tailored for students interested in exploring human performance and well-being while developing essential management and commercial skills. You will gain insights into how organizations function and learn to create value in the sports, exercise, and health sectors. Additionally, the program provides an optional accredited work placement in your final year, enhancing practical experience and employability.

What you'll study

The program is structured over three years, encompassing a comprehensive curriculum:

• Year 1:
  • Being Human: Understanding the Material and Digital Worlds
  • Microeconomics
  • Foundations in Organisational and Business Thinking
  • Introduction to Sport/Exercise-Related Concepts
• Year 2:
  • Physiology and Exercise
  • Organisational Behaviour and Management
  • Global Environments: Business Context and International Perspectives
  • Additional Business and Sport Science Modules
• Year 3:
  • Coaching Science and Performance
  • Advanced Business Modules and Electives
  • Accredited Work Placement (subject to availability)

Assessment methods include a combination of written assignments, projects, and examinations, with the placement contributing to your final award.

Entry requirements

Applicants presenting the Leaving Certificate are required to achieve a minimum of 2 H5 and 4 O6/H7, including O6/H7 in Irish, English, and O4/H7 in Mathematics. For other qualification routes, including international qualifications, entry is evaluated on an individual basis. It is advisable to consult the program page for specific requirements based on your country.

Career prospects

Graduates of the Business with Sport Science program are well-equipped for various career paths in the sports, exercise, and health sectors. Potential roles include sports management, coaching, health promotion, and organizational consultancy. The combination of business skills and sports science knowledge makes graduates attractive to employers in a diverse range of industries, paving the way for a fulfilling career. Furthermore, the experience gained through the optional work placement enhances employability and provides valuable networking opportunities.