BSc (Hons) Sports Coaching and Physical Education at University of Sunderland

Programme 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 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.

Department: Sport and Exercise Sciences | Duration: 3 years full-time | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September 2026 | Location: Sunderland, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

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.

Career pathways

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.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Our typical offer is 96-112 UCAS Tariff points, from a combination of acceptable Level 3 qualifications which may include: A Levels, T Levels, BTEC Diplomas/Extended Diplomas, Scottish and Irish Highers, Access to HE Diplomas, or the International Baccalaureate. You also need three passes at GCSE grade C or above. This must include maths and English language, or a minimum of Level 2 Key Skills in Communication and Application of Number. If you've studied for a GCSE that has a numerical grade, you'll need to achieve a grade 4 or above. Additional information; When you apply, you'll be subject to Safeguarding and Fitness to Practise procedures. 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 required. This is then superseded by a DBS check which must be obtained six months after starting the course.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). Full-time fee as listed for this course Source

International applicants: GBP 17,500 a year (2026/27). Full-time fee as listed for this course Source

Intake: September 2026

Duration: 3 years full-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.sunderland.ac.uk/undergraduate/bsc-hons-sports-coaching-physical-education#apply

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