Applied Golf Management Studies BSc (Hons)

Our Applied Golf Management Studies BSc is the world-leading golf degree that offers the chance to apply for membership of The Professional Golfers’ Association (The PGA). Our graduates lead the development of golf throughout the world.

The Applied Golf Management Studies programme allows you to combine a high-level applied theoretical degree with membership of the PGA (subject to application). The degree is taught in collaboration with The PGA, both at the University and at The PGA National Training Academy at The Belfry.

As the industry’s leading golf management programme, the Applied Golf Management Studies degree gives you the chance to combine a high-level applied theoretical degree with membership of the PGA (subject to application).

Across all three years of the degree you cover modules in the areas of applied sports science, equipment technology, coaching theory and business management delivered by specialist staff from the University and the PGA. You also complete three PGA-assessed vocational placements in a golf environment, which are a requirement for membership of the PGA.

Graduates from this degree programme have found employment in golf facilities around the world. Many have become full members of the Professional Golfers’ Association and have forged careers in Golf Management; Golf Coaching; Golf Organisation; Golf Education and Sports Science related to golf. Several graduates are now employed by the PGA in various roles. Some have chosen to focus on playing Professional Golf and others are working for equipment manufacturers. Many students have undertaken Masters Degrees or PhDs in various disciplines, such as Coaching, Psychology, Business and Marketing.

Destinations of AGMS graduates up to 6 months after their course:

• Assistant Golf Professional
• Coach
• County Development Officer
• Development Coach
• Event Manager
• Golf Associate
• Golf Coach
• Intern
• Golf Professional