BSc Sport Coaching and Physical Education
About this course
BSc (Hons) Sport Coaching and Physical Education is an undergraduate degree within the field of Sport and Exercise Science. Core topics include Programming, Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, Fieldwork, Project Management, and Ethics & Professional Practice. Students have access to specialised laboratories accredited by the Chartered Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences and can undertake optional professional qualifications such as CIMSPA Level 2 Gym Instructor and CIMSPA Level 3 Personal Trainer. The first year introduces foundational concepts through compulsory study in Multidisciplinary Sport and Exercise Science 1, Introduction to Sport Coaching and Development, Multidisciplinary Sport and Exercise Science 2, and Practical Delivery of Sport and Physical Education. Year 2 advances these themes with compulsory modules including Applied Research Skills, Analysing Performance in Sport, Applied Coaching and Teaching, and Sport Development. The final year focuses on strategic and professional dimensions through modules such as Talent Identification and Development in Sport, Coaching Philosophy and Ethics, Mentoring and Learning in Coaching, and Strategic Sport Development. Students may also select from various optional modules across the course, such as Strength and Conditioning, Nutrition for Health and Exercise, Exercise Medicine, and Advanced Strength and Conditioning, alongside an optional Undergraduate Research Project or Advanced Work Placement.
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Entry requirements
112-96 UCAS Tariff points. We accept A Levels, T Levels, BTECs, OCR, Access to HE and most other qualifications within the UCAS Tariff. Must include a pass in Psychology, Physical Education, Sports Studies or a Science subject at A level or equivalent level. 3 GCSEs at grade C, or grade 4, or above, including English and Maths. If English is not your first language you will be expected to demonstrate a certificated level of proficiency of at least IELTS 6.0 (Academic level) or equivalent English Language qualification, as recognised by Anglia Ruskin University. An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure will be required prior to commencing your course.
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What students say
Based on about 92 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Teaching on my course: 93%
- Learning opportunities: 90%
- Assessment and feedback: 90%
- Academic support: 89%
- Organisation and management: 90%
- Learning resources: 89%
- Student voice: 88%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 55%
- Left higher education: 25%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 25%
What graduates do next
Based on about 19 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 60%
- Working and studying: 20%
- Further study: 10%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Teaching Professionals: 15%
- Sports and fitness occupations: 15%
- Caring personal services: 10%
- Elementary occupations: 10%
- Therapy professionals: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 100%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 90%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 60%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 170 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 1%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 2%
- East Midlands: 4%
- West Midlands: 3%
- East of England: 70%
- London: 10%
- South East: 7%
- South West: 3%
Who gets in
Based on about 10 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 80%
- Other qualifications: 20%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Endorsed by the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA).
TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Multidisciplinary Sport and Exercise Science 1
- Introduction to Sport Coaching and Development
- Multidisciplinary Sport and Exercise Science 2
- Practical Delivery of Sport and Physical Education
- Into ARU
- CIMSPA Level 2 Gym Instructor
- Applied Research Skills
- Analysing Performance in Sport
- Applied Coaching and Teaching
- Sport Development
- Advanced Topics in Sport Psychology
- Ruskin Module
- Strength and Conditioning
- Nutrition for Health and Exercise
- Perceptual Motor Skills
- Applied Performance Analysis
- CIMSPA Level 3 Personal Trainer
- Talent Identification and Development in Sport
- Coaching Philosophy and Ethics
- Mentoring and Learning in Coaching
- Strategic Sport Development
- Undergraduate Research Project
- Advanced Work Placement
- Exercise Medicine
- Contemporary Issues in Sport, Exercise and Performance Psychology
- Performance and Exercise Nutrition
- Advanced Strength and Conditioning
- Applied Sports Psychology
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Sport Coaching and Physical Education at Anglia Ruskin University earn?
The median salary is £28,000 after 15 months, £22,500 after 3 years, £26,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £21,500 and £30,500. The £26,500 median after five years is £1,000 less than the UK median for Sport and exercise sciences.
What do graduates of BSc Sport Coaching and Physical Education at Anglia Ruskin University do next?
90% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2022-23).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Sport Coaching and Physical Education at Anglia Ruskin University?
93% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2024-25.
What grades do I need for BSc Sport Coaching and Physical Education at Anglia Ruskin University?
The average entrant had 105 UCAS points.
Is BSc Sport Coaching and Physical Education at Anglia Ruskin University accredited?
Yes. Endorsed by the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA).
How many students continue on BSc Sport Coaching and Physical Education at Anglia Ruskin University?
55% of students continued into their second year, and 25% left higher education.