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IT Carlow - EduCo Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Sports Management and Coaching (Gaelic Games)
IT Carlow - EduCo

IT Carlow - EduCo

Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Sports Management and Coaching (Gaelic Games)

Kilkenny Road, Ireland

BA

English

Sep 2025

On-Campus

Key Summary

    About: The Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Sports Management and Coaching (Gaelic Games) focuses on the effective management and coaching of Gaelic Games. This program combines theoretical insights with practical experiences to prepare students for various roles within the sports industry. Students will explore topics such as sports marketing, coaching techniques, and event management while engaging in hands-on projects and placements.
    Career Outcomes: Graduates can pursue careers in sports management, coaching, event organization, or other roles in the sports sector. Opportunities may include working with sports clubs, educational institutions, and community organizations focused on Gaelic Games or broader sports initiatives.

Sports management and coaching is an area of study that combines the techniques of sports management and coaching with the principles of business and enterprise.

The field of sports management and coaching is changing rapidly. Professional sporting bodies require management and coaching staff to have an excellent understanding of their chosen sport, as well as strong business skills.

This course will be of interest to those who are passionate about playing or coaching sport. It will also be of interest to someone who would like a career in the business and administration of sport. It is open to students of all abilities and not just those in an elite category.Competitive SETU Carlow team environment in GAA, Rugby and Football with recent achievements as follows: Fitzgibbon Cup and Sigerson Cup Finalists 19/20; Women’s Soccer Intervarsity Kelly Cup and Premier League winners 2018; Men’s Soccer CFAI Futsal Finalists 2018 and CFAI Cup Winners 2012-2017 (6 in-a-row); IRFU Student Sport Ireland Brendan Johnston Cup Finalists 2020 and league winners in 19/20.