BSc (Hons) Sports Coaching and Physical Education via Study Centres
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Mode
- Full-time
- Subject
- Sports Science
- Location
- United Kingdom
- Next intake
- SEP 2026
Overview
The BSc (Hons) Sports Coaching and Physical Education course is designed for aspiring coaches who want to teach sport in primary, secondary, or tertiary education. You'll focus on fitness, training, and performance – whether you're developing athletes or delivering PE in line with the national curriculum. The degree follows industry standards set by the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA), ensuring you're career-ready from day one. As part of the course, you’ll complete at least 150 hours of work placements, gaining hands-on experience with schools, sports clubs, gyms, and after-school or holiday programmes. Our strong regional links and close partnerships mean the experience you gain is real, relevant, and valued by employers. You’ll also be encouraged to earn National Governing Body Coaching Awards, helping you build the skills to become a confident and effective coach or PE teacher across a range of activities.
Entry requirements
| UCAS Tariff points | 96–112 UCAS points |
|---|---|
| GCSE | C or above |
| Other conditions | dbs_check · Prior to admission, a Disclosure and Barring service (DBS) check is required for UK students, whereas for international students, a Certificate of Good Conduct from the domicile police force is requir… |
English language requirements
| IELTS | 6.0 overall, no part below 5.5 |
|---|
IELTS 6.0 overall (minimum 5.5 in each component) — standard University of Sunderland requirement (source: sunderland.ac.uk/how-to-apply/english-language-requirements)
Fees
International students: £17,500 per year
UK students: £9,790 per year
UK/Home: £9,790 per year
International: £17,500 per year
Start dates
September 2026 Full-time
Application deadline
Apply via UCAS — equal consideration deadline
Campus
- Partner centre, United Kingdom
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