Sport and Fitness
If you’re interested in a future in the sports industry, there’s no better place to learn than at UHI Perth and our School College Partnership courses enable pupils to experience what it's like learning at College.
The Academy of Sport and Wellbeing provides an outstanding learning environment on campus. It is equipped with a multifunctional sports hall, gyms, strength and conditioning suite, fitness studio and Climbing Centre.
Courses for school pupils
| Course name | SCQF Level |
|---|---|
| NPA Sport and Fitness: Outdoor Sport | 5 |
| Skills for Work Sport and Recreation National 5 | 5 |
| NQ Activity Tourism | 6 |
Industry Information
The sport economy in Scotland generates 64,800 sport-related jobs (full time equivalent), corresponding to 2.7% of total employment in Scotland. There are currently 4,579 fitness instructors in Scotland with an average salary of £22,360. The average salary for a Sport and Exercise Scientist is £42,120. 61% of Lifeguards are employed part-time as this is a great source of income while studying. The UK average salary of an Outdoor Activities Instructor, Sports Development Officer or Sport Coach is £28,600. Almost 60% of all Personal Trainers are self employed.