Sports Coaching and Education

University College Birmingham
Undergraduate FdA Full-time 2 Years Sport and exercise scienceEducation

A-Level Entry

DD

UCAS Points

48 points

About this course

COURSE OVERVIEW

This dynamic and interdisciplinary course integrates the fields of sports and education. This unique course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the relationship between sport and education, preparing them for diverse career opportunities in both sectors.

The curriculum is carefully crafted to blend theoretical knowledge with practical skills to give you the most well-rounded educational experience.

This course offers a route for you to progress onto qualified teacher training. It also opens the doors to a wide range of other career opportunities, from working in a variety of different education settings, including sports development and community coaching, to becoming a learning mentor.

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?

  • NO EXAMS – If you are not keen on exams, this course is for you. Unlike many degrees in this field, you will have no written exams during or at the end of the course and will be assessed through practical assessments and coursework only

  • PGCE PROGRESSION WITH UNIVERSITY OF WARWICK – Students who complete our Sport and Education degree course will be offered a guaranteed interview (subject to basic entry criteria) for Primary or Physical Education (secondary) PGCE courses at our partner institution, the University of Warwick. See more details under Key Information below

  • WORK EXPERIENCE – Students have the opportunity to gain experience in a number of different settings, including schools, colleges, local community groups and sports clubs

  • SPECIALISE YOUR STUDIES – We work with you to provide experiences suited to your career goals, allowing you to explore roles within both sport and education sectors

    CAREERS AND PROGRESSION

  • Primary school teacher

  • Secondary school teacher (physical education)

  • Further education teacher

  • Community sports coach

  • Sports development officer

  • Learning mentor

    You could also progress onto a PGCE or one of our other postgraduate courses at University College Birmingham.

    Please refer to our website www.ucb.ac.uk for the latest updates to this course

    • Entry Requirements

    A-Level Grades DD
    UCAS Tariff Points 48 points
    BTEC PPP

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    2317 Teachers of English as a foreign language
    2315 Nursery education teaching professionals
    2314 Primary education teaching professionals
    1224 Leisure and sports managers and proprietors
    2311 Higher education teaching professionals
    2316 Special and additional needs education teaching professionals

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    Course Details

    Qualification
    Foundation Degree in Arts - FdA
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    2 Years
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Birmingham
    Scheme
    Undergraduate
    Subjects
    Sport and exercise science, Education

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    University College Birmingham

    Birmingham

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