Faculty of
Sport
Sport is a dynamic and exciting part of Oldham College’s curriculum offer and we enjoy seeing our talented athletes and fitness enthusiasts turn their passion into a career.
Sport offers qualifications in performance and excellence, sport science and exercise and fitness. Our dedicated tutors, sports coaches and excellent facilities provide students with the best chance to progress into higher education, apprenticeships and the world of work.
We work in partnership with a range of local professional sports teams including Oldham Athletic, Futsal and Manchester City in the Community.
We also work in partnership with Pure Gym and The Gym Group who guarantee interviews for students who successfully complete their respective courses.
Previous students have progressed to and enjoyed successful careers in a variety of roles e.g. gym instructors, umpires, referees and officials, lifeguards, personal trainers and PE teachers.
Did you know...
1.
In the UK, the sports industry is worth £23.8 billion and holds nearly 1 million jobsIn the UK, the sports industry is worth £23.8 billion and holds nearly 1 million jobs
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The sports sector in Manchester is worth almost 6bil to the region’s economy
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Football is the biggest provider of sports focused jobs in the North West
