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FdSc Sports Coaching at University of Sunderland

University of Sunderland, United Kingdom

Programme overview

The two-year FdSc Sports Coaching combines academic study with practical work-based learning and allows you to top-up to a full honours degree with just one additional year of study. We continuously update the course content to ensure it remains aligned with industry needs, helping you prepare for a new role or career progression. Topics you'll cover include: Physiology of sport; Anatomy for exercise; Coaching practice; Fitness testing; Psychology of sport.

Department: Sport and Exercise Sciences  |  Duration: 2 years full-time at partner study centres  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2026  |  Location: Sunderland, England, United Kingdom

Career pathways

The two-year FdSc Sports Coaching combines academic study with practical work-based learning and allows you to top-up to a full honours degree with just one additional year of study. We continuously update the course content to ensure it remains aligned with industry needs, helping you prepare for a new role or career progression. Topics you'll cover include: Physiology of sport; Anatomy for exercise; Coaching practice; Fitness testing; Psychology of sport.

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Entry requirements

Our typical offer is 56 UCAS points gained from A Levels/BTEC qualifications or equivalent. We'll also accept PPP at BTEC Extended Diploma level. We also require two passes at GCSE grade C or above, which must include mathematics and English language, or a minimum of Level 2 Key Skills in communication and application of number. If you've studied for a GCSE which has a numerical grade, you'll need to achieve a grade 4 or above. Our offer of a place will take into account any relevant employment experience. If you have no formal qualifications, you may qualify for entry through relevant work-based experience. You may be asked to attend an interview and present a portfolio of evidence. Please note, this course isn't available to international students. Enrolment information; You'll enrol as a student at both your chosen college and the University. You'll apply for a campus card, which is your University ID, library, and Students' Union card. Remember to bring it with you when you visit the University. You'll need it to access buildings and facilities. As a University student, you'll automatically become a member of the Students' Union. You'll be able to access benefits such as student discounts (you can apply for a TOTUM card via the TOTUM website.

Domestic applicants: GBP 7,777 a year (2026/27). Full-time fee as listed for this course Source

Intake: September 2026

Duration: 2 years full-time at partner study centres

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