BA Sport, Coaching and Physical Education with Foundation Year
About this course
BA (Hons) Sport, Coaching and Physical Education with Foundation Year is an undergraduate degree in Sport and Exercise Science that begins with an introductory foundation year to build academic confidence and core knowledge. Core topics include Data Analysis, Research Methods, Ethics & Professional Practice. Students complete approximately 50 hours of work experience and can gain CIMSPA accreditation during their studies. The first year focuses on essential academic skills and human anatomy through modules such as Essential University Skills 1, Human Anatomy & Physiology, and Sport in Action. The second year introduces biomechanics and sports psychology with modules including Introduction to Sport Psychology, Principles of Human Movement & Function, and Multi-Skills Development in Physical Education and Sport. The third year covers coaching relationships and curriculum delivery through modules like Delivering Sport and the Physical Education Curriculum, Leadership and Relationships in Sport, and Work-Based Learning. The final year involves independent research and community event management through modules such as Independent Investigative Project, Outdoor and Adventurous Activities, and Performance Analysis in Sport.
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Entry requirements
48 UCAS Tariff Points. You can find out more about the tariff and qualification options from the UCAS tariff table . GCSE English Language and Maths at grade 4/C or above. Functional Skills Level 2 in English and Maths and Adult Literacy and Numeracy are also accepted. A full list of acceptable level 2 qualifications can be found . DISCLOSURE AND BARRING SERVICE CHECK If you accept an offer of a place we require you to comply with an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) background clearance check. Details on the policy can be found here. If you think you have a criminal conviction You will need to submit a Criminal Record Self Disclosure Form as part of the process. For more information on this and the form itself, please refer to Self-disclosure of criminal record. GCSEs: GCSE English Language and Maths at grade 4/C or above. Functional Skills Level 2 in English and Maths and Adult Literacy and Numeracy are also accepted. A full list of acceptable level 2 qualifications can be found here. A-levels: A. T-levels: P (D or E) All subjects are accepted for entry to this course. Access to HE: 45 Credits at Pass. Scottish Highers: 48 UCAS Tariff Points. Irish LC Highers: 48 UCAS Tariff Points. Other experience: Pearson Level 3 National Diploma MP. Selection criteria: As part of the application and selection process, we are looking for your commitment to this programme. In your personal statement, you should demonstrate your motivation for choosing this course and reflect upon any experience you have gained. The Integrated Foundation Year programme supports your return to education and are specifically designed for students who have the ability to study for a degree but may not have all the necessary qualifications, skills or experiences to join the degree in Year 1
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What students say
Based on about 8 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 75%
- Learning opportunities: 65%
- Assessment and feedback: 85%
- Academic support: 91%
- Organisation and management: 77%
- Learning resources: 79%
- Student voice: 67%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 10 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 80%
- Left higher education: 20%
What graduates do next
Based on about 14 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 65%
- Working and studying: 15%
Most common jobs
- Teaching Professionals: 20%
- Sports and fitness occupations: 15%
- Therapy professionals: 15%
- Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation: 5%
- Animal care and control services: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 75%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 60%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 60%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 85 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 8%
- North West: 46%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 10%
- East Midlands: 5%
- West Midlands: 2%
- East of England: 11%
- London: 2%
- South East: 7%
- South West: 2%
- Wales: 2%
- Scotland: 2%
- Northern Ireland: 2%
Who gets in
Based on about 20 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 85%
- Access course: 5%
- Other HE qualification: 5%
- Other qualifications: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Bronze for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Essential University Skills 1
- Essential University Skills 2
- Contemporary Issues and the Media
- Human Anatomy & Physiology
- Individual Case Study
- Sport in Action
- Personal & Professional Development
- Developing the Practitioner Toolkit
- Introduction to Sport Development
- Introduction to Sport Psychology
- Principles of Human Movement & Function
- Multi-Skills Development in Physical Education and Sport
- Delivering Sport and the Physical Education Curriculum
- Leadership and Relationships in Sport
- Work-Based Learning
- Investigative Techniques
- Developing Communities through Sport
- Field Based Conditioning
- Independent Investigative Project
- Outdoor and Adventurous Activities
- Club and Coach Development
- Performance Analysis in Sport
- Managing Community Events
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BA Sport, Coaching and Physical Education with Foundation Year at University of Cumbria earn?
The median salary is £24,000 after 15 months, £21,000 after 3 years, £26,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £21,000 and £31,500. The £26,500 median after five years is £1,000 less than the UK median for Sport and exercise sciences.
What do graduates of BA Sport, Coaching and Physical Education with Foundation Year at University of Cumbria do next?
85% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2022-23).
Are students happy with the teaching on BA Sport, Coaching and Physical Education with Foundation Year at University of Cumbria?
75% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2024-25.
What grades do I need for BA Sport, Coaching and Physical Education with Foundation Year at University of Cumbria?
The average entrant had 102 UCAS points.
How many students continue on BA Sport, Coaching and Physical Education with Foundation Year at University of Cumbria?
80% of students continued into their second year, and 20% left higher education.