University of Sunderland

Certificate of Higher Education in Sport Full-time

University of SunderlandOn campus, United Kingdom

Course overview

Taught by Chartered Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (CASES) accredited academics and international level coaches, this course emphasises professional development and employability. You’ll build the behaviours, knowledge, and experience needed to make a positive impact in sport, education, and the wider community. You’ll have the chance to work with real clients on the course, and the modules are designed to build your skills and confidence so you can work independently in your future career.

We have great links to organisations in the local area, including Sunderland Association Football Club, Durham County Cricket Club, and third-sector charities, developing both your theoretical understanding and hands-on skills. This course is an accessible option that provides an alternative route for those who do not meet the required points for the three-year BSc Sport and Exercise Sciences or BSc Sports Coaching and Physical Education courses, or may be a pathway for those who are ret

Key highlights

  • Taught by CASES-accredited academics and international level coaches
  • Work with real clients during the course
  • Links with Sunderland AFC, Durham County Cricket Club and local charities
  • Strong focus on professional development and employability
  • Alternative route into three-year sport and exercise degrees

Entry requirements

  • UCAS tariff points: 40 — Entry requirements for this course are a minimum of 40 UCAS points achieved from BTEC/A Levels (not including General Studies), T-Levels, or equivalent.
  • GCSE: 4 or above — to include Mathematics, English
  • Additional condition: dbs_check — Prior to admission, a Disclosure and Barring service (DBS) check is required for UK students, whereas for international students, a Certificate of Good Conduct from the domicile police force is requir…

Scholarships

  • Douglas Clasper Elite Sports Scholarship

    The scholarship will award the following in each year of study (based on academic progression): £2,000 cash payment; a tuition fee discount of 20%; a 20% discount on university-managed accommodation.

  • East Durham College Partnership Award

    This award provides a £1,500 cash award in each year of study, helping you access higher education with greater ease.

    Up to £1,500

  • First Choice Travel Award

    This award provides £500 cash in your first year of study to assist with transport expenses, helping students access higher education with greater ease.

    Up to £500

  • Global Leaders Scholarship

    £6,000 tuition fee reduction for undergraduates, £4,000 for MPharm Pharmacy students, or £5,500 tuition fee reduction (postgraduates).

  • Helen McArdle Nursing Scholarship

    There are five scholarships available. Each scholarship awards £1,200 in each year of study.

    Up to £1,200

  • Interview Travel Reimbursement

    Up to £100

  • Open Day Travel Reimbursement

    Up to £100

  • Sir Bob Murray Health Scholarship (Psychology)

    There are five scholarships available. Each scholarship awards £1,000 in your first year of study.

    Up to £1,000

  • Sunderland College Award

    Our Sunderland College Award provides £1,500 plus a £250 voucher, in each year of continuous study. This will support you financially throughout your time at university.

  • Tees Valley Travel Award

    This award provides a £1,500 cash award in each year of study to assist with transport expenses, helping you access higher education with greater ease.

    Up to £1,500

  • The Mary and Brian Archer Experience Scholarships

    Up to £750.

Careers this course leads to

  • Sports coach
  • Sports development assistant
  • Fitness instructor
  • Physical activity officer
  • Teaching assistant (physical education)
  • Community sports leader

Cost of study

UK/Home: £9,790 per year | International: £17,500 per year

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Sunderland, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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