Cricket Coaching & Management (Integrated Masters)

Step Up to the Crease with Cricket Coaching and Management at Worcester!

Gear up for an exhilarating experience with the unique four-year Integrated Masters in Cricket Coaching and Management at the University of Worcester! This isn't just a course – it's a ground-breaking journey that merges the art of cricket coaching with the science of management and development, set against the exciting backdrop of professional cricket. This degree will enhance your employment prospects through both vocationally recognised cricket coaching qualifications and relevant cricket coaching opportunities, both domestically and overseas

An Integrated Master's degree is a four-year programme that combines undergraduate and postgraduate study into a single course. A BSc in Cricket Coaching and Management is an exit award option at the end of year 3.

Key Highlights of Your Cricket Odyssey

• Unique Blend: Master the synergy of cricket coaching, management, and development, preparing you for dynamic roles in the cricket world.

• Industry Connections: Benefit from our strong ties and ongoing collaborations with the England and Wales Cricket Board, Worcestershire County Cricket Club, and County Cricket Boards like Gloucestershire & Worcestershire.

• Real-World and International Experience: Dive into practical experiences with work placements and opportunities both in the UK and internationally, developing your expertise, connections and confidence.

• Flexibility: Achieve a Master’s level qualification in 4 years of study or exit the course after 3 with a BSc in Cricket Coaching and Management.

• Applied Learning: Engage in practical activities, blending academic concepts with real-world cricket scenarios, helping to boost your employability skills and prepare you for an exciting career in the world of cricket.

• Expert Guidance: Learn from experienced staff in coaching and sport management, and gain qualifications in the ECB Coach Education Pathway.

• Excellent Sports Facilities: Train and learn in facilities like the University Arena, and a high-tech fitness gym with free membership for all first year students living in halls.

• Scholarship Opportunities: Apply for a sports scholarships and aim to achieve an academic scholarship to support your academic journey and foster your talents.

Why Choose Worcester for Cricket?

• Community Spirit: Join a university where individual success is celebrated in a close-knit, high-achieving environment.

• Inclusive Excellence: Thrive in a setting that's committed to breaking down barriers and providing opportunities for all.

• Recognized Achievements: Be part of a university that's frequently shortlisted for prestigious awards, underlining our commitment to quality education and sustainability.

Why the University of Worcester?

The University of Worcester is a campus university, meaning everything you need is on site. We’re based in a vibrant cathedral city just 40 mins south of Birmingham and an hour north of Bristol, and our beautiful green campuses have plenty of parking and quality on-site accommodation.

At Worcester small class sizes, supportive tutors and professionally focussed courses mean you’ll be prepared for your dream career. These are just some of the reasons why we’re first in the UK for both graduate employment and quality education.

• First in the UK for sustained employment and/or further study (excluding specialist institutions), 5 years after graduation – Longitudinal Education Outcomes data 2024.

• First in the UK for quality education – Times Higher Education University Impact Rankings 2024.

• Ofsted Outstanding in 2023 the University’s primary and secondary teacher training programmes were rated ‘Outstanding’.

Join us at one of our regular Open Days to see if the University is a good fit for you: www.worcester.ac.uk/opendays