The department runs an extensive coaching programme enabling students to gain extra coaching qualifications in many sports including football, basketball, hockey, dodgeball and tchouckball.
You will also benefit from inspiring talks, workshops and masterclasses from guest speakers.
We have our own sports academies which specialise in basketball, cricket, esports, football, netball, refereeing and rugby, plus an individual athlete academy.
We have a purpose made gym, sports hall, 4G sports pitch, sports science and physiology lab equipped with the latest performance analysis software and a specialist sport massage suite. As well as providing well-equipped classrooms with industry-standard equipment.
The Sport department is based in our Honeywell Sports campus. Visit our Campus page to explore our state-of-the-art facilities and take a 360 tour.
You can study Sport in Barnsley up to Level 6 by progressing to a degree at Barnsley College University Centre which means that there is something on offer for those who are just starting their career as well as those who are looking to specialise.
Careers guidance: see what careers are available in the Sport sector. Use our online careers tool, Career Coach, to find out what your next steps could be.
Enrichment (extracurricular activities)
Enterprise – support to set up a business
Free or concessionary travel to make it easy to get to College
Tutorial Support and Additional Learning Support (ALS)
Enrichment (extracurricular activities)
Free or concessionary travel to get to College.
Enterprise – support to set up a business
All students will have the opportunity to join the Barnsley Sports Academy workforce to gain work experience and develop their employability skills in a variety of roles, from Sports Therapist to Shoutcaster and Personal Trainer to Sports Journalist.
Studying Sport at Barnsley College will enable you to develop skills for a range of careers such as: Performance Analyst, Fitness Instructor, Health and Wellness Advisor, Sports Coach, Personal Trainer, Leisure Centre Manager.
See what careers are available in the Sport sector.
Chloe White
Sport Tutor
“I love that our department is like a family, the staff and students are exceptionally supportive of each other. I came to this College myself and thoroughly enjoyed my time as a student. The College was always supportive and provided me with multiple opportunities such as gaining extra qualifications, this motivated me to pursue a teaching career in Further Education and start this here at Barnsley College.”
Becca Bateman
Level 3 Gym Instructing and Personal Training Diploma
“I will take the skills and knowledge from my Level 3 and share with my Esports students to encourage health and fitness within the industry. This course will benefit me and my employer, as my skills are developing further. The course is very convenient and the facilities are continuously improving.”
Former Horizon Community College pupil.
Chloe White
Level 3/4 Sports Massage Therapy Diploma and Level 3 Myofascial Dry Cupping
“At College there is an opportunity to gain more qualifications, which will open more doors in the future for me. I would recommend the course as there is loads of support and flexibility. The staff are very knowledgeable and they have experience within the sector.”
Former Darton Academy pupil.
Daniel Walsh
Sport, Physical Education and Health BA (Hons) Top-Up (Full-time)
“After discussing with the tutors I found Barnsley to be more homely and more like a team. This is due to the fact you have more opportunity to seek support and advice with easy access and create good relationships. Barnsley is a fantastic place to meet new people and make new relationships with both students and staff. All staff are extremely helpful and always find time for you to ensure you get the best support and feedback. There is always plenty of opportunities too. ”
Sarah Peet
Sport, Physical Education and Health BA (Hons) Top-Up (Full-time)
“I chose to study here because it has good access to a range of sport courses that would enable me to work towards working in a primary school. The College staff help you secure a placement and complete volunteering hours, which has helped me gain experience working in a primary school. The lessons are interesting and the tutors are really good. They will help as much as you need it and they are always there, either in or out of lesson, when you need help with your work. ”