Undergraduate Certificate in Sports and Society
Develop a thorough understanding of the role of sport in both U.S. and global societies with the Undergraduate Certificate in Sports and Society in Temple University’s College of Liberal 艺术. This 12-credit undergraduate certificate allows students to explore the economic impact of sports, the social psychology of physical activity, the role of media and communications in the sport and recreation industry.
Students pursuing a Sports and Society Undergraduate Certificate will also become well-versed in the history of sport, both in the U.S. and abroad, with key competencies ranging from athletics administration to the connection between sports and religion.
A global curricular approach allows graduates to grasp the impact of sport in contemporary society, study how emerging technologies influence sport organizations and communities. The interdisciplinary curriculum comprises courses in the College of Liberal 艺术; College of Public Health and the School of Sport, Tourism and Hospitality Management.
类 & Curriculum
课程 you will take as part of the Sports and Society Undergraduate Certificate curriculum include
- Baseball and American 历史,
- Global Sports,
- 历史 of Global Soccer,
- 媒体 and Communications in Sport and Recreation,
- Professional and International Sport,
- Sociology of Sports,
- Religion and Sports.
Learn more about Sports and Society Certificate (Undergraduate) courses.
Related Graduate Degrees
- Applied Sociology PSM
- Liberal 艺术 MLA
- Public Policy MPP
- Sociology MA
- Sociology PhD
- Sport Business MS*
- Sport Business Executive Program MS*
*School of Sport, Tourism and Hospitality Management
职业生涯
The skills gained from a liberal arts degree are highly relevant in today’s rapidly evolving world. 应用 the experience and knowledge acquired in the Sports and Society Certificate (Undergraduate) program to your professional pursuits across many organizations and industries, including academics, cultural institutions, government agencies or the social sciences. The versatility of this program’s curriculum helps you graduate with valuable skill sets sought by many employers.
The Sports and Society Undergraduate Certificate is designed for students who are interested in careers in sports management, training or writing.