Study & play
Online degrees for student athletes
Unlock your future with the Global Institute of Sport
For many young athletes, choosing a university often means leaving behind the club, coaching staff, and facilities that have shaped their development. At the Global Institute of Sport (GIS), we believe you shouldn’t have to choose between earning a degree and continuing your journey in sport.
Our online undergraduate programmes are specifically designed for sixth form leavers and aspiring athletes who want to stay in their training environment while gaining a globally recognised qualification.
Why study online?
Stay local, compete globally: Remain with your home club, coaches and training schedule – no relocation needed.
Earn a degree built for the sports industry: Gain academic knowledge and real-world insights through a curriculum shaped by global sports professionals.
Flexibility that fits your lifestyle: Study in your own time through interactive online learning, supported by live sessions and dedicated academic staff.
Prepare for life in and beyond sport: Build your future with a degree that supports your career – whether you stay in sport or transition to a new path.
Access a global sports network: Be part of a worldwide cohort of students, alumni and industry professionals through GIS’s global reach.
Asha Phillip
MSc International Sport Management student, Olympic Medallist & Elite Athlete Scholar
Tsubasa Endo
MSc International Sport Management student, Professional Footballer & Elite Athlete Scholar
Our undergraduate courses
Whether you’re aiming for a future in coaching, management, or other areas of the sports industry, our degrees offer the flexibility and credibility to support your goals.
