Liverpool John Moores University

BSc Sport Coaching with Foundation Year

Liverpool John Moores University

Course overview

The BSc Sport Coaching with Foundation Year is a full‑time programme that runs for four years on the City Campus. The programme is accredited by the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA), which means students meet the professional Standards to be a Coach or Assistant Coach.

Students who do not meet standard entry requirements start with the foundation year, where they cover subjects like Health and Wellbeing, Human Anatomy and Physiology, Skills in Sports, Practical delivery in Sport Physical Activity, Behaviours in Sport and Physical Activity and Projects in Sports and Nutrition. Students will move to the honours degree after completing the foundation year and focus on sport coaching methods, sport psychology, physiology, session planning and professional coaching skills.

Students will learn through academic teaching and practical coaching, and their placements in schools or clubs will help develop communication, observation and planning skills, and they will be supported by industry experts. Students will be assessed through written assignments, presentations, practical tasks and placements.

Entry requirements

Candidates are to submit a statement where they discuss their reasons for applying for the course, an academic and/or employer reference and  CVs along with their applications.

Grade Requirements:

  • Candidates need 88 UCAS tariff points or higher, including  A‑level grades CCD, BTEC Extended Diploma MMM (96 points). 
  • International qualifications equivalent to A-levels are also accepted.

English Proficiency:

  • Applicants need to score at least 6.0 overall in the IELTS test, with a minimum of 5.5 in each section.
  • Other English language test scores, such as PTE and TOEFL IBT, are also accepted.

Scholarships

  • 2-year Masters Scholarships

    This would equal £7,000 total discount across the 2 years.

  • Chevening Scholarships

  • Early Bird Tuition Fee Discount

    We are excited to offer a £500 Early Payment Discount to all self-funded international students.

    Up to £500

  • Early Bird Tuition Fee Discount Business, Law and Public Health Students

    Eligible students for these courses could now receive a £1,500 Early Bird Discount from their tuition fees – an increase of £1,000 from the standard amount.

  • Postgraduate International Achievement Scholarship

    Applicants a £3,500 tuition fee discount towards the first year of their studies.

    Up to £3,500

  • Sport Scholarship Scheme

    Our Sport Scholarship scheme is one of the leading initiatives the UK and helps talented students fulfil both their sporting and their academic potential. You’ll receive cash bursaries.

  • Undergraduate International Achievement Scholarship

    £3,000 tuition fee discount towards each year of their studies.

    Up to £3,000

Career opportunities

Graduates of the BSc Sport Coaching with Foundation Year programme from Liverpool John Moores University can become:

  • Sports Coach
  • Performance Analyst in sport
  • Physical Education (PE) Teacher
  • Strength and Conditioning Coach
  • Sport Development Officer

Cost of study

The annual tuition fee for the BSc Sport Coaching with Foundation Year course at Liverpool John Moores University for the 2025/26 academic year is £18,250.

Admission

Admission to the BSc Sport Coaching with Foundation Year programme is made through UCAS. If you need further assistance, we at AHZ can assist you with your application process.

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