• Programme aims
• Programme content
• Entry requirements
• Additional information

Programme aims

During the programme you study using a range of teaching methods (workshops and seminars, for example) and assessments (essays, exams and presentations); and you are taught in the specialist facilities at the University and at the PGA National Training Academy based at the DeVere Belfry. You are taught by specialist staff from a number of schools across the University as well as PGA specialist staff.

Across all three years of the degree you cover modules in the areas of applied sports science, materials science, 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 count towards PGA Professional Status.

Programme content

First year

In the first year you cover a generic approach to sport and golf, including sports science, equipment technology, coach education and business management. During the summer vacation you also complete a placement in collaboration with the PGA.

Second and third years

You cover more applied modules including Golf Psychology, Swing Theory, Sports Science (Physiotherapy), Event Management, Business Finance and Human Resource Management. There are also two further placements – one in the summer vacation of the second year and one at the end of the third year.

Career opportunities

It is hoped that the degree will produce highly qualified golf professionals who will be able to influence and promote the game throughout the world. It is intended that successful students will find employment as PGA-qualified professionals, in the development of new materials and equipment, in event, tour and facility management, and in sports science support.

Current graduates have gone on to study for higher degrees and have found employment in a variety of golf facilities around the UK as well as other parts of the world. (Download Golf Management career brochure  [pdf] for further information)

IMPORTANT:

For those prospective students considering applying for the AGMS degree, it is vital that you register your interest with Dr.Toms (see above) in order to receive additional information, and also to be kept informed about specific AGMS Open Days at The Belfry.

Please see the FAQ [pdf] download for more information.

Programme entry requirements:

Number of A levels required: 3
Minimum tariff points: 300
Typical offer: ABB–BBB
Required subjects: At least two of the following at A2 level (or equivalent): PE or Sports Studies/Science, Business Studies or Economics, Design and Technology or Mathematics, a science (eg, Physics, Biology or Psychology)
General studies: No, but a good performance may be taken into account if you fail to meet the conditions of the offer
International Baccalaureate Diploma: 32–34 points including HL subjects as above
Other qualifications considered: Students with other qualifications (eg, Scottish Highers) are advised to speak to Undergraduate Admissions

Additional Information

• Applicants need to meet a golf handicap as stipulated by the PGA (before A level results) in the year of application. Currently these are 4.4 or better for men and 6.4 or better for women.
• Satisfactory completion of an enhanced Criminal Records Bureau check is required from accepted candidates before registration for the programme.
• A detailed subject booklet is available. Please contact the Admissions Tutor.