BA (Hons) Sport & Physical Education and Law

Undergraduate Entry Requirements

Academic Qualifications: Applicants should have successfully completed their secondary education with a minimum overall score of 75% or equivalent in their respective country's grading system.

English language proficiency: 

• IELTS: A minimum overall score of 6.0 or 6.5 with no individual component below 5.5.
• TOEFL: A minimum overall score of 80, with at least 17 in Listening, 18 in Reading, 17 in Speaking, and 20 in Writing.
• PTE Academic: A minimum overall score of 59 with no individual score below 51.
• Some programs may have specific subject prerequisites or additional requirements.

Students must provide:

• academic marksheets & transcripts
• letters of recommendation
• a personal statement - SOP
• passport
• other supporting documents as required by the university.

It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.

Liverpool Hope University offers various scholarships and financial support options to international students, recognizing their academic excellence and potential. These scholarships aim to make higher education more accessible and affordable for international students. 

International Excellence Scholarship: This scholarship is available to international undergraduate and postgraduate students who have demonstrated outstanding academic achievement. The scholarship is worth up to £2,000 and is awarded based on academic merit.

Vice-Chancellor's International Attainment Scholarship: This scholarship is awarded to high-achieving international undergraduate students who have achieved exceptional academic results. The scholarship is worth up to £3,000 and is based on academic performance.

Partnership Scholarships: Liverpool Hope University has established partnerships with various institutions worldwide. Through these partnerships, international students may be eligible for specific scholarships or fee reductions when applying to Liverpool Hope University. 

Country-Specific Scholarships: Liverpool Hope University offers scholarships tailored to students from specific countries or regions. These scholarships may vary in terms of eligibility criteria, funding amount, and application process.

External Scholarships: Liverpool Hope University encourages international students to explore external scholarship opportunities offered by governments, organizations, and foundations in their home countries or other sources. The university provides guidance and support to students in identifying and applying for these external scholarships.

It is important to note that the availability, eligibility criteria, and application deadlines for scholarships may vary from year to year.

Graduates of Liverpool Hope University's BA (Hons) Sport & Physical Education and Law program possess a unique combination of skills in sports and physical education alongside legal knowledge, opening up diverse career opportunities in various sectors. 

Sports Lawyer: Graduates can pursue careers as sports lawyers, specializing in legal issues within the sports industry. They provide legal advice and representation to sports organizations, athletes, coaches, and governing bodies on matters such as contracts, disputes, doping regulations, and intellectual property rights.

Sports Compliance Officer: Graduates may work as sports compliance officers for sports organizations, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. They monitor and enforce compliance with sports governance rules, ethics codes, and anti-doping regulations to maintain integrity and fairness in sports.

Athlete Agent or Manager: Graduates with knowledge of sports law can work as athlete agents or managers, representing athletes and negotiating contracts on their behalf. They handle contract negotiations, endorsement deals, and legal matters to protect the interests and rights of their clients.

Sports Policy Analyst: Graduates can work as sports policy analysts for government agencies, sports organizations, or research institutes. They analyze sports policies, legislation, and regulations, assess their impact on sports participation and development, and make recommendations for policy reforms.

Sports Governance Advisor: Graduates may pursue careers as sports governance advisors, providing consultancy services to sports organizations and governing bodies. They advise on governance structures, compliance frameworks, and best practices to enhance transparency, accountability, and integrity in sports governance.

Physical Education Teacher with Legal Expertise: Graduates can become physical education teachers with specialized knowledge of sports law. They teach physical education classes in schools while also advising on legal issues related to sports participation, safety, and liability.

Sports Journalist or Commentator: Graduates may work as sports journalists or commentators, covering legal aspects of sports events, controversies, and developments. They write articles, produce broadcasts, and provide analysis on legal issues in sports for media outlets, sports organizations, and online platforms.

Sports Marketing and Sponsorship Manager: Graduates can work in sports marketing and sponsorship roles for sports brands, marketing agencies, or sponsorship firms. They develop marketing strategies, negotiate sponsorship deals, and ensure legal compliance in marketing campaigns and sponsorship agreements.

Sports Event Manager: Graduates with legal knowledge can work as sports event managers, organizing and managing sports events, competitions, and tournaments. They ensure compliance with legal requirements, contracts, and regulations throughout the event planning and execution process.

Sports Arbitrator or Mediator: Graduates may pursue careers as sports arbitrators or mediators, resolving disputes and conflicts within the sports industry. They facilitate negotiations, mediate disagreements, and render decisions in accordance with sports law principles and arbitration procedures.