Developed in response to the significant growth of sport law, this course provides an insight into a range of socio-legal subjects applied to sport, recreation and leisure. You will study core modules in key areas of sport law, including diversity, discrimination, negligence, criminal assault, corporate manslaughter, as well as disciplinary processes and Anti-Doping rules. There is an opportunity for you to choose two options from a range of areas. Our Legal Regulation module includes player contracts, freedom of movement, governance and corruption, and the work of the Court of Arbitration for Sport and the World Anti-Doping Agency. Other options include Popular Culture & Sport in a Risk Society, International Sport Event Management and Sport, Leisure & Globalisation. You will have the flexibility to apply learning and assessments to your own areas of interest and work with leading researchers and practitioners in sport, sociology and law. January entrants please note: in order to complete 12 months of academic study delivered in University term time, the total length of your programme will be 18 months to include recognised University vacation periods.

If you are working in or intending to work in sport, recreation and leisure organisations, this course provides the opportunity to upgrade your academic skills, expertise and knowledge. You will be equipped to apply a critical, reflective approach to legal issues in a range of sport-related professions. You may also apply for further study in a research capacity. Don't forget, during your time at Leeds Met you'll have access to the Leeds Met Careers Service. Our team of qualified and experienced careers advisors will be happy to advise you about any aspect of your future career. Our team can help you plan ahead, make the right career choices, prepare the perfect CV and find the latest job vacancies.