
Leadership in Sport and Physical Activity (Distance Learning)
Birmingham Newman UniversityCourse Overview
Offered by Birmingham Newman University, the MA Leadership in Sport and Physical Activity (Distance Learning) provides a comprehensive postgraduate education in biological sciences. this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time structure. The MA leadership in Sport & Physical Activity course is a response to the evolving sport and health industry. With the rapid increase in jobs within the sport sector and a greater focus on sustainable change in practice and culture, this programme aims to support students to lead the industry. It will promote those looking to work, or engage in work placements, while studying. Home/uk fees are £5,125 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 5.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 96% student satisfaction rating, a 80% continuation rate, and 74% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| Postgraduate Requirement | 2:2 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
Home Student Fee
£5,125
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Course fees UK studentsInternational students The tuition fee for academic year 2026/27 is: £5,125. Tuition fees for courses starting April to May 2026, fall within the 2025/26 academic cycle. Fees for the 2025/26 academic year can be found on our Student Finance pages. For detailed information on course fees for international students, please visit our International Students page, linked below. International students Additional costs The University will review tuition fees and increase fees in
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official LEO data (HMRC tax records) Based on subject average, not course-specific.
💰 Graduate Salaries — Birmingham Newman University
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 years | £17,500 | £21,000 | £24,500 |
| 5 years | £21,000 | £26,000 | £31,500 |
Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH03-02-01 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
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About Birmingham Newman University
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