Cardiff Metropolitan University

BSc Sport Coaching

Cardiff Metropolitan University

Course overview

The Cardiff Metropolitan University BSc Sport Coaching helps to develop critical practitioners who appreciate the social and dynamic nature of the profession. The curriculum moves beyond technical skills to look into how coaches construct and deliver creative, caring learning environments, covering topics like practice design, ethics, and identity. Students enrolled in this course will learn from staff who have experience in community, professional, and world-class sport settings.

Students in this course will take part in various theoretical seminars and practical coaching sessions, as well as have the opportunity to coach colleagues and external guests in order to perfect their knowledge. Assessment methods include written coursework, portfolios, oral presentations, practical skills exams, and a major final research project. The opportunities linked to work are incorporated throughout the programme so that the students will have an important experience in the industry.

Entry requirements

Candidates are required to submit a personal statement, and a relevant academic and/or employer reference. Students have the option to upload their CV along with their applications to demonstrate their work experience.

Grade Requirements:

  • To be enrolled, applicants need 104 - 112 UCAS tariff points, usually achieved through three A-Levels with grades BB (no specific subjects are required for this route).
  • Alternatively, a BTEC National / Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma at grade DMM is acceptable.
  • Other international qualifications equivalent to A-Levels are accepted.

English Proficiency:

  • Applicants from non-English speaking backgrounds need to score 6.0 overall in IELTS Academic, with a minimum of 5.5 in each section.
  • Equivalent qualifications, such as acceptable Secure English Language Test (SELT) scores, will also be considered 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

  • MBA Scholarship

    Award: Up to £4,000.

  • 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

  • Vice Chancellor Scholarship

    Award: Up to £3,500

Career opportunities

Graduates from the Sport Coaching programme have gone on to work in a variety of roles within professional sports teams, national governing bodies, and the fitness and leisure sectors. Some of these roles include:

  • 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 at Cardiff Metropolitan University pay £16,000 in tuition.

Admission

Applications for this course are made directly to the university using the international student application form. Please speak with our trained advisors for assistance.

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