Sports Coaching

University of Hertfordshire
Undergraduate BSc (Hons) Full-time 3 Years Sport and exercise science

A-Level Entry

BCC - BBC

UCAS Points

104 - 112 points

About this course

You will focus on exploring coaching specific theory, research and practice. This programme of study focuses on contemporary areas of sports coaching academia, such as coach education, coach learning and coaching practice. You will have the opportunity to develop and self-direct their own specialised coaching knowledge, attributes and skills through a variety of theoretical and practical experiences. We also encourage you to engage with tailoring your own continuous professional development journey and to attain appropriate vocational coaching qualifications. The course emphasises the importance of you developing academic and research skills which aim to improve confidence, credibility and critical writing.

Entry Requirements

A-Level Grades BCC - BBC
UCAS Tariff Points 104 - 112 points
BTEC DMM

Study Options

This course is available in 3 study options:

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 3 Years

Qualification: BSc (Hons)

Location: Hatfield

Sandwich including industrial placement

Duration: 4 Years

Qualification: BSc (Hons)

Location: Hatfield

Sandwich with time abroad

Duration: 4 Years

Qualification: BSc (Hons)

Location: Hatfield

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

1224 Leisure and sports managers and proprietors
3432 Sports coaches, instructors and officials
3431 Sports players
3433 Fitness and wellbeing instructors

Course Details

Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
2025
Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Hatfield
Scheme
Undergraduate
Subjects
Sport and exercise science