Cardiff Metropolitan University

BSc Sport Coaching

Cardiff Metropolitan University

Course overview

The Cardiff Metropolitan University BSc Sport Coaching (with Foundation) programme is designed to prepare students for the BSc (Hons) Sport Coaching degree. The foundation year is for applicants who do not meet the required points (or equivalent) for direct entry or mature students who have been out of formal education for a period of time.

After completing the foundational year, students will progress to the three-year honours degree, which focuses on developing critical coaches who understand the social and relational nature of the profession. The programme features both theoretical seminars and practical coaching sessions, alongside work-related opportunities, to help students construct innovative and caring learning environments for performers.

Entry requirements

Students interested in this course need to submit a personal statement, and a relevant academic and/or employer reference is also required. Students have the option to upload their CV along with their applications to demonstrate their work experience.

Grade Requirements:

  • To be enrolled, applicants need a minimum of 32 UCAS tariff points, which can be obtained from qualifications like A-levels, BTECs, or T-Levels.
  • Other international qualifications equivalent to A-Levels are accepted.

English Proficiency:

  • Candidates whose first language is not English are required to achieve an IELTS score of 6.0 overall, with a minimum of 5.5 in each section.
  • Equivalent acceptable test scores may also be submitted for admission.

Scholarships

  • Alumni Discount

    The Alumni Discount offers a 20% discount on Cardiff Met courses for previous graduates who are enrolling onto postgraduate programmes from September 2026.

    Up to 20% of fees

  • Full Fee Discount

    Award: Up to £1,000

  • Sport Scholarships

    Undergraduate – Home student (UK): £7,000; Undergraduate – International student: £11,000; Postgraduate alumni – Home student (UK) £2,000 + alumni discount Postgraduate alumni – Home student (UK) £4,200.

  • Undergraduate Scholarship

    Award: £2,500

    Up to £2,500

Career opportunities

Graduates from the Sport Coaching programme work as:

  • Coach (Professional Sports Team)
  • Academy Coach
  • National Governing Body Development Officer
  • Leisure and Fitness Manager
  • Sport Education Consultant
  • Community Sport Coach

Cost of study

International students taking the BSc Sport Coaching (with Foundation) at Cardiff Metropolitan University pay £16,000 in tuition.

Admission

You can apply for this course directly to the university using the international student application form. Please speak with our trained advisors for assistance.

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