Sports Management courses

About B.a. Hons Sport Management (with International Placement) in Athlone Institute of Technology

Why take this course?

• On this course you take a compulsory work placement at the end of your second year. This placement can be taken in Ireland or abroad. You then take a second placement in your third year, which must be taken overseas. Placements are usually paid and there are opportunities to work in many different types of sporting organisations – from community to retail to sport development to coaching. We assist you finding a placement that matches your interests.
• The excellent teacher-student ratios provide learners with unrivalled access to lecturer expertise;
• The B.B. (Hons) Sport Management (with international placement) includes a mixture of classroom and practical classes. These are taught in our state-of-the-art facilities.

What opportunities might it lead to?

Employment opportunities exist in areas such as sport and recreation development/administration, sports coaching, health and fitness promotion, tourism and general business. Graduates of this course have progressed to master’s degrees in business, health promotion, sports development. Graduates from the Department of Hospitality, Tourism and Leisure are employed in many nationally and world renowned organisations, including:

• Special Olympics, Great Britain;

• Sport event, stadium and retail management;

• Sports Development Officer roles for the GAA;

• St George’s University Foundation Trust, London.

Academic qualification equivalents

• Completion of All India or State Board HSC (XII): 60% or higher in relevant subjects. 

English language requirements (one of the below):

• IELTS: Minimum IELTS 5.5 with no Band less than 5.0.
• TOEFL:Minimum iBT 60 – 93. (Depending on programme)
• PTE:55 (minimum 51 in each component)

Tuition Fees for non-European Union students range from €8,000 to €14,000 and are payable for each year of study at the Institute.

The average tuition fees for undergraduate and postgraduate programs at Athlone Institute of Technology (AIT) in Ireland vary depending on the program of study. The following are estimated average annual tuition fees for international students:

• Undergraduate programs: €9,750 to €12,500 per year
• Postgraduate programs: €10,500 to €14,500 per year

It is important to note that tuition fees can vary depending on the specific program and course of study. Additionally, there may be additional fees such as registration fees, laboratory fees, and examination fees.

It is recommended that students check the official website of AIT for the latest information on tuition fees and other expenses, as well as any available scholarships or financial aid options.

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