World-class events and the endless growth of sport, exercise and physical activity have made the industry one of the fastest growing sectors in the UK.
Achieve your goals in Sports & Recreation
Are you enthusiastic about sports and physical activity? Do you have a deep interest in understanding the human body and its functions? Prepare yourself for an exciting career with a Sports and Leisure course at Middlesbrough College.
The sports industry is rapidly growing in the UK, driven by world-class events and the continuous rise in sport, exercise, and physical activity. As the sector expands, so do the diverse and rewarding career opportunities, ranging from coaching and sports development to performance analysis and beyond.
View the latest Labour Market Information by sector to see the average salary and projected job growth for your dream career!
Why study with us?
You can join our Sports Academy, which offers basketball, cricket, golf, football, gymnastics, rugby, volleyball, and swimming!
Sports Academy students can earn sports scholarships to support their training.
Our sports staff are industry specialists, with many being former professionals, including ex-goalkeeper Andy Collett.
Sport and physical activity contribute £39 billion to the UK’s economy!
Full-time students can access College gym membership for just £10 for the year!
Sports & Recreation Success Stories
The Sport and Exercise Science course is also really enjoyable, I particularly like our wellbeing sessions on a Friday where we take part in different sporting activities.
Jack Farrel, Level 3 Sport and Exercise Science
I’ve always been interested in sport, but through studying the course I have been able to learn about the ins and outs of sport and exercise science. There’s lots of different modules to cover in detail, it’s fascinating.
Harry Caygill, Level 3 Sport and Exercise Science extended Diploma
I’m really looking forward to the experience. I will get the chance to work with underprivileged children teaching them basic maths, English and computer skills.
Grace Scott, Level 3 Sport and Exercise Science
There are always opportunities available throughout the course to develop your skill set and gain experience in different areas.
Ben Osbourne, Sports Coaching, Development, and Fitness
There’s also lots of different opportunities throughout the course to help build your CV, such as work experience and placements in a range of areas.
Charlotte Bingham, Sports Coaching, Development, and Fitness
Careers in Sports & Recreation
Potential salary
£30,784.73
Entry level salary
£1,662.04
Average salary
£10,482.74
Annual openings in Middlesbrough
9
Potential salary
£54,039.17
Entry level salary
£3,040.80
Average salary
£18,491.99
Annual openings in Middlesbrough
3
Potential salary
£33,805.27
Entry level salary
£1,902.23
Average salary
£11,568.02
Annual openings in Middlesbrough
5
Potential salary
£55,076.36
Entry level salary
£18,336.87
Average salary
£37,483.84
Annual openings in Middlesbrough
18
Potential salary
£45,186.83
Entry level salary
£16,956.03
Average salary
£26,810.69
Annual openings in Middlesbrough
6
Potential salary
£28,110.10
Entry level salary
£3,894.81
Average salary
£11,930.33
Annual openings in Middlesbrough
8
Employers we work with
- Tees Valley Nature Partnership
- Spectrum Health and Wellbeing
- Middlesbrough Football Club
- Marske United
- Tu Nova Kettlebell
Sports & Recreation courses
A Levels with Sport – Level 3
A Levels
Full Time
|
2 Years
Pearson
|
Age Group:
(16-18)
Active IQ Certificate in Gym Instructing – Level 2
Sports & Recreation
Part Time
|
16 weeks
Active IQ
|
Age Group:
(19+)
Active IQ Diploma in Personal Training – Level 3
Sports & Recreation
Part Time
|
25 Weeks
Active IQ
|
Age Group:
(19+)
ActiveIQ Award Studio Cycling (Spinning) – Level 2
Sports & Recreation
Part Time
|
1 day
Active IQ
|
Age Group:
(19+)
BSc (Hons) Sports Coaching, Development and Fitness (Top-up) – Full Time – Level 6
Sports & Recreation
Higher Education
|
1 year
The Open University
BSc (Hons) Sports Therapy with Rehabilitation (Top-up) – Full Time – Level 6
Sports & Recreation
Higher Education
|
1 year
The Open University
Extended Certificate in Sport – Level 3
Sports & Recreation
Full Time
|
2 Years
BTEC
|
Age Group:
(16-18)
Extended Diploma in Sport and Exercise Science – Level 3
Sports & Recreation
Full Time
|
2 Years
BTEC
|
Age Group:
(16-18)
Fd Sports Coaching, Development and Fitness – Full Time – Level 5
Sports & Recreation
Higher Education
|
2 Years
The Open University