Sport Coaching, BSc (Hons) at University of Lancashire

Programme overview

A BSc developing practical coaching, leadership and performance analysis skills for sport and physical activity, assessed through coaching sessions, portfolios and presentations rather than exams.

Faculty: School of Health, Social Work and Sport | Duration: 3 years | Intake: September 2026, September 2027 | Location: Preston, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules include Understanding Sport Coaching and Pedagogy, Introduction to Performance Analysis for Sport Coaching, Developing the Performer, Brain, Body and Behaviour, Skill Acquisition for Sport Coaching, Developing Talent, The Critically Reflective Coach, Performance Analysis and Recruitment Strategy in Football and Managing Talent Development.

Career pathways

Graduates work as academy football coaches, head gymnastics coaches, performance analysts, netball academy coaches, community football development managers and PE teachers; some continue to MSc Sports Coaching or a PGCE.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Typical offer and entry requirements (UK qualifications): A-level/UCAS points 104-112 points at A2; BTEC Extended Diploma: DMM; BTEC Diploma: D*D-D*D*; Pass Access Course: 104-112 points; International Baccalaureate Diploma: Pass including 104-112 points from Higher Level subjects; T Level: M; IELTS: 6.0 with no component lower than 5.5; GCSEs: 5 at grade C/4 including Maths and English or equivalent

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). Full-time UK tuition fee; placement year fee is separate (GBP 1,955) Source

International applicants: GBP 18,750 a year (2026/27). Full-time international tuition fee Source

Intake: September 2026, September 2027

Duration: 3 years

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