The sports industry is very diverse, with a range of job roles available outside of being an athlete or competitor. Whether you’re interested in sports management, a career in personal training, or see yourself working in the health and wellbeing side as a physiotherapist or nutritionist.
Our Sports courses will open up a world of possibilities to you. They have been carefully designed to encourage you to constantly challenge yourself, physically and mentally, as we prepare you for further study or direct employment.
Not only do we have exceptional on-site facilities, but we also have access to the best sporting venues in Kirklees, offering you amazing opportunities to experience the wonderful world of sport first-hand.
We are proud to offer an elite performance Sports Academy that gives students the chance to study at college whilst training in a chosen sport.
If you are aged between 16-19 years old and you’re serious about sport, the academy is for you.
There is a wide range of qualifications and levels available, but not all of them may be right for you. If you’re not sure what qualification type or level you should be searching for, take a look at our qualifications explained.
I have progressed on my course and it’s thanks to the fantastic tutors who, no matter how busy they are, will give you their time and help you. The facilities at college are fantastic and I have made some amazing friends, who are more like brothers to me. The college has changed my life and made my dreams come true.
I chose to study sport as it is something I am passionate about and has always been a big part of my life. I wanted to find out new things about sport, not just getting involved in physical activity. I enjoy planning training sessions on the course and I’m planning a squash coaching session.
I studied an Extended Diploma in Sport and Exercise Performance at Kirklees College attaining a grade D*D*D*. Since then I have completed a BSc in Sport, Physical Activity and Health at Manchester Metropolitan University and I am now currently studying an MSc in Strength and Conditioning at Salford University. I combine my studies with part-time as a personal trainer.
