RAISING OUR GAME A Strategy for Sport at Trinity 2015 - 2018 37 03 UNIVERSITIES & COLLEGES SPORT (merged with BUSA to form BUCS) 59% of UK students rate the recreational sports programmes as an important factor in their choice of college or university, whilst 76% of international students in the UK see recreational sports as an important component to students’ quality of life and time at the University. Recruitment and Retention For prospective students, the provision of attractive and accessible sport and recreation facilities and services that enable the pursuit of sporting excellence or casual participation in sport, at a recreational and social level, is an important part of the package. Provision for sport can be a powerful selling point. In this regard, sport has an economic value as well as a social value to Trinity. National and International Significance Universities are increasingly regarded as regional centres for the development of sport – both ‘performance’ sport and ‘community’ sport provision. Sports facilities can improve international and national rankings. Business Benefit In the University sector, new and refurbished facilities which enable expanded programmes and services, are now a key feature of many campuses and can help improve the bottom line via facility hire, conference events and the attraction of external funding. Corporate Identity Sport provides students and staff with a sense of belonging, creating pride in and identity with their institution. The provision of sports facilities and opportunities makes the university or college an attractive place to work or study. Personal Development Sport provides a valuable developmental experience for students and staff through participation and volunteering. Involvement in sporting activity can improve immensely the employability of Graduates. Health and Productivity Encouraging students and staff to lead more balanced active lifestyles has a positive impact on health and productivity. Sport helps combat physical and mental stress. Life-Long Learning Sport is a vehicle for life-long learning via participation, volunteering, coaching and administration. Students are charged with specific responsibilities in the running of their own clubs.
TCD Strategy Document for Sport
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