Sports Coaching (with Foundation Year)

Hartpury University
Undergraduate BSc (Hons) Full-time including foundation year 4 Years Hospitality, leisure, and tourismEvents managementSport and exercise science

A-Level Entry

See entry requirements

UCAS Points

32 - 48 points

Avg. Graduate Salary

£24,000

About this course

Develop your coaching expertise with a programme tailored to your career ambitions. In year two you’ll choose between Community Coaching or Performance Coaching, allowing you to specialise in the area that aligns with your goals.

Gain hands-on experience through our on-site sports academies and partnerships with leading sports organisations, where you'll refine your coaching style in real-world settings. Our curriculum is endorsed by CIMSPA (Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity), ensuring your learning meets nationally recognised coaching standards.

Graduate industry-ready with the practical experience, knowledge, and professional skills needed to succeed in a dynamic and evolving coaching landscape. Gain real-world coaching experience throughout your degree. Build a diverse portfolio that showcases your expertise, experience, and personal coaching philosophy - giving you a competitive edge when you graduate.

We have strong industry connections and partnerships with local and national sports organisations, offering a wide range of coaching opportunities to enhance your practical experience.

With 10 on-site sports academies, you'll have plenty of chances to put your learning into practice. You’ll also have opportunities to gain hands-on experience with community sports clubs, schools, and physical activity organisations.

Our programme is designed to help you develop your own coaching style. Through a diverse range of modules, you’ll explore coaching theories, concepts, and practical applications, preparing you to work in both community and performance coaching settings.

Accreditation As a CIMSPA-endorsed degree, our curriculum is underpinned by professional coaching standards, ensuring you graduate ready for a successful career in sports coaching.

Entry Requirements

A-Level Grades See entry requirements
UCAS Tariff Points 32 - 48 points

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

2317 Teachers of English as a foreign language
1224 Leisure and sports managers and proprietors
2319 Teaching professionals
3219 Health associate professionals
2311 Higher education teaching professionals
2312 Further education teaching professionals

Course Details

Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Study Mode
Full-time including foundation year
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
2025
Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Gloucester
Scheme
Undergraduate
Subjects
Hospitality, leisure, and tourism, Events management, Sport and exercise science
Avg. Graduate Salary
£24,000