BSc Sports Coaching and Performance Science
Entry requirements
Most importantly, you need ambition. Together with our support and opportunities, you can go further than you ever thought possible. Our typical offer for this course is 96–112 UCAS points . Our contextual offer is 96 points. But there’s no ceiling on ambition. At least 80 points must come from A levels, BTEC, or other equivalent qualifications . Remember, we look at your whole application – not just grades. Achievements, work experience, extracurricular activities: they all count here. We also consider qualifications and experience from the UK and worldwide that may not exactly match those listed. Not sure if you’ll meet the entry requirements? Talk to our Admissions team today . We’ll look at your circumstances, give you personalised guidance and help you understand your options, one of which could be a Foundation Year . An enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check and health assessment may be required for certain modules/placements. Alternative qualifications IB Diploma: 28 points Pass Access to HE Diploma overall with a minimum of 96-112 UCAS tariff points
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Sport and Exercise Science. Core topics include Data Analysis, Statistics, Research Methods, Psychological Assessment, Communication & Writing, Ethics & Professional Practice, and Social & Cultural Analysis. Students complete a 10,000-word dissertation in their final year and can undertake a work placement module in coaching and related activities. The university also runs a Talented Athlete Programme offering scholarships to selected high-performing athletes.
Modules
- Preparing for Learning in Higher Education
- Group Challenge (Sciences)
- Foundation in Data Analysis
- Introduction to Biological Sciences 1
- Introduction to Sport, Health and Exercise Science
- Foundation Maths Skills
- Foundation Mathematics 1
- Foundation Mathematics A
- Human Physiology and Nutrition
- Principles of Anatomy and Biomechanics
- Sport, Health and Exercise Psychology
- Conducting Science in Sport, Exercise and Rehabilitation
- Introduction to Coaching Pedagogy
- Introduction to Community Coaching
- Introduction to Strength and Conditioning
- Social Psychology of Sport, Health and Exercise
- Applied Issues in Strength and Conditioning
- Contemporary Issues in Coaching Pedagogy
- Introduction to Performance Analysis
- Research Methods
- Dissertation (Sciences)
- Socio-cultural Implications of Surveillance Technologies in Sports Coaching
- Professional Practice in Coaching and Performance
- Sports Psychology for Coaches
- Long-term Athlete Development