Sport Coaching and Coach Development, BA (Hons)

Whether you aim to coach elite or amateur athletes or promote sport and exercise benefits to communities, this course positions you for success. Ranked in the Top 15 for learning resources and Top 25 for student satisfaction (National Student Survey 2025), it delivers in-depth expertise in coaching, athlete development (technical, physical, psychological), participation strategies, and community wellbeing. Gain practical experience through group/individual coaching, placements (including USA opportunities), additional national governing body awards, VICON 3D motion capture, specialist equipment, and collaboration with industry-expert staff.You’ll cover coaching from entry-level to elite, training principles, community projects, and real-world application, assessed via reports, presentations, practical coaching, and some exams. Graduates excel in talent identification, coaching (UK/abroad), development, management, health promotion, or entrepreneurship (with business planning module), and it pathways to postgraduate study. Options include Foundation Year or Industrial Placement Year.