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Fields of Study in Sport and the Sport Sciences

Here are the specific areas of study, with examples of courses around the world.

jobs in sport science

List by Field

Personal Trainer — to become a Personal Trainer, Strength and Conditioning Coach, fitness instructor.
Sports Medicine / Sports Physician — medical practitioners, physiotherapists, physical therapists, sports trainers.
Sports Coach — learn how to tell others how to do it.
Physical Education — learn to teach about sport, health and fitness.
Sports Marketing — including the job as a Sports Agent, Management.
Exercise Physiology — you can work in wellness, training, testing and research etc.
Sports Dietetics — a career mixing food and athletes.
Sports Officials — there would be no sport without umpires and referees.
Sport Psychology — get into the minds of athletes.
Sports Biomechanics — jobs in biomechanics.
Sport Journalism — write about what you like to watch.
Sports Analytics — use data and statistical analysis to gain insights into various aspects of sports.
Administration — work with any sport as an assistant or facilities manager
Sports Photographer — getting right next to the action to take photos sounds like a great job.
Sports Law — encompasses the legal regulations and principles that govern the sports industry.
Sports Business — starting a business in the fitness industry.

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