Sport and Exercise Science (Coaching Science)

City of Liverpool College University Centre

Undergraduate HNC Full-time 1 Year Hospitality, leisure, and tourismEvents managementMedicineSport and exercise scienceFood science and nutritionPhysiotherapy, physiology, and pathology

Sport and Exercise Science (Coaching Science) HNC is an undergraduate degree at City of Liverpool College University Centre, based in Liverpool, taught full-time over 1 year. Entry requires around See entry requirements UCAS points.

About this course

The Higher National Certificate in Sport and Exercise Science (Coaching Science) is a one-year, full-time course that provides a foundation for those wishing to enter the field of sports coaching exercise science. The course is geared towards a career in the fast-growing Sports industry. It aims to introduce students to the theory and application of Sports Coaching and Exercise in various environments.

A key part of the course is the coaching placement through which students gain practical coaching experience. Specialist areas such as Psychology of Sports Coaching, Training Fitness and Testing, Lifestyle coaching, Coaching practice, skill development and many other related subjects make this an exciting and worthwhile course.

Practical modules will take place in the sports gym or outside with tutor support and guidance, and extra independent learning sessions will be timetabled to allow access to specialist equipment and resources.

Career Prospects

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Course Details

Qualification
Higher National Certificate - HNC
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
1 Year
Start Date
2025

2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ

Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Liverpool
Scheme
Undergraduate
Subjects
Hospitality, leisure, and tourism, Events management, Medicine, Sport and exercise science, Food science and nutrition, Physiotherapy, physiology, and pathology