Sport

The sports industry contributes a whopping £23.8 billion annually to the UK economy. In a sector that is constantly growing, as performances and technology improve, its contribution is projected to only increase. Meanwhile, the UK health and fitness industry is stronger than it has ever been; with more gyms, more members, a greater market value than ever before and the highest demand for fitness instructors we’ve ever seen.

Are you already involved in exercise, health and sport through participation, officiating or coaching? Do you get a buzz from helping others become more active and live a healthier lifestyle? Gain specialist training in a wide range of sports principles and techniques to lead you into a career in coaching, physiotherapy, sports rehabilitation, sports science including research and development, teaching, sports journalism, marketing or fitness instructing. Study at a professional training environment at our Woodley campus, which boasts fantastic new sporting facilities following a £9m investment on the 23 acre site. The campus offers state of the art fitness, football and tennis facilities, as well as bespoke classrooms and computer rooms available only to Stockport College students. Achieve a new personal best by studying Sport at our Woodley Campus at Stockport College and have unlimited access to Life Leisure gym facilities and a number of activities run on the campus.

Uniformed Public Services

According to the Office for National Statistics (ONS), 5.42 million people are employed in the UK’s public sector – accounting for 16.5% of all those in paid work. The Uniformed Public Services make a real difference at local and national level, tackle wider environmental issues and play a central role in modern society every day. A career in the Uniformed Public Services will test your physical and mental strength, whilst helping your local community and country. Are you up for the challenge?

The Uniformed Public Services courses offer a wide range of subject matter including teamwork and leadership, citizenship and diversity in the public services, crime and its effect on society, through to understanding the importance sport and physical activity in the uniformed public services. You will also have the chance to supplement your studies by having the opportunity to take part in extensive outdoor activities through the Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme (DofE) and National Citizen Service (NSC) which are well regarded by employers in the sector. Uniformed Public Services will run at our Woodley campus and students enrolled on these courses benefit from unlimited access to Life Leisure gym facilities and a number of activities run on the campus. Start making a difference by studying Uniformed Public Services at Stockport College.