BSc (Hons) Sports Coaching and Physical Education at Solent University

Programme overview

Gain real-world skills, knowledge and experience, to prepare you for an impactful career in sports coaching and physical education. This hands-on course combines theory and practice to develop skilled educators and coaches. With a focus on employability, you will get the opportunity to engagage with work placements, gain professional qualifications, network with a breadth of organisations, whilst developing both your practical and professional skills.

Faculty: Sport and fitness | Duration: 3 years; 4 years with foundation year; 4 years with year in industry; 5 years with foundation and industry years | Study mode: full-time (placement year option) | Intake: 2027 entry | Location: Southampton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules include Coaching Multi-Sports, Engaging in the Community, Foundations of Teaching and Coaching, Teaching Physical Education, Teaching in Schools, Plan for Success, Inclusive Practice in Sport and Physical Education, Coaching for Sport, Professional Practice, Measuring Impact and Change, Being a Critical Practitioner, Innovative Practice.

Career pathways

This course offers you the chance to work in various areas of the sports and education industry, including community and youth sports coaching, sports development, and more. It also provides a pathway to Initial Teacher Education and Training, such as PGCE or School Direct routes.

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Entry requirements

104-120 UCAS tariff points A minimum of two completed A-levels, a BTEC Extended Diploma at DMM or BTEC Diploma at D*D, a T-Level Merit, or equivalent qualification, or a combination of qualifications which comply with the minimum entry requirement of 104 UCAS points. GCSE Mathematics and English at grade 4 or above (previously grade C). All students will be required to undertake a criminal convictions check through the Disclosure and Barring Service. English language: IELTS 5.5 overall with a minimum of 5.0 in each individual component

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year. UK, ROI, EU (settled status) and Channel Island full-time fee Source

International applicants: GBP 19,081 a year. International full-time fee Source

Intake: 2027 entry

Duration: 3 years; 4 years with foundation year; 4 years with year in industry; 5 years with foundation and in

Apply through the official page: https://www.ucas.com

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