BSc (Hons) Sports Coaching at Hartpury University

Programme overview

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.

Duration: 3 years full-time | Study mode: full-time | Location: Gloucester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

This course provides a comprehensive foundation in sports coaching, covering core topics such as coaching pedagogy, sport science, psychology, and professional development. You’ll have the opportunity to specialise in either Community Coaching or Performance Coaching, selecting modules that align with your interests and career aspirations. Compulsory modules include Coaching and Teaching Portfolio, Principles of Strength and Conditioning, Introduction to Exercise Physiology, Introduction to Sport and Exercise Psychology, Introduction to the Sport and Education Industries, Academic Skills for Sport and Exercise Scientists, Research and Data Skills in Sport, Pedagogy in Action.

Career pathways

Graduate destinations include Football Coach, Paris Saint Germain; Rugby coach, Play Rugby USA; Rowing coach, Canterbury Christchurch College; Head of Sport, private school; Sport Development lead, Young Gloucestershire; Performance Analyst, Gloucester Rugby; Lecturer, Hartpury College.

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Application information

Entry requirements

UCAS tariff points: 112 UCAS tariff points, to include Biology, Sport or PE. A Levels: BBC or equivalent from at least two full A Levels. This must include Biology, Sport or PE at grade D or above. Vocational Awards: DMM in an Extended Diploma in a relevant subject. Access: 112 UCAS tariff points in an Access to Higher Education Diploma. This must include nine level 3 credits at Merit or above in Biology. International Baccalaureate: 112 UCAS tariff points in an IB Diploma, from at least two Highers at H4 or above. This must include Biology or Sport. T Level: An overall grade of Distinction, to include grade C or above in the Core component in a Science subject. T Level subjects considered are Animal Care and Management (Science Pathway), Healthcare Science and Science. Health will be considered on an individual basis.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). Full-time undergraduate degree fee (UK, ROI, Crown Dependencies, BOT); integrated placement year charged at 20% of the course fee Source

International applicants: GBP 17,250 a year (2026/27). International tuition fee for BSc degrees; integrated placement year charged at 20% of the course fee Source

Duration: 3 years full-time

Apply through the official page: https://digital.ucas.com/coursedisplay/courses/548e3c55-64d7-9bfb-95fb-72713c36822c?academicYearId=2027

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