BSc Sport Coaching

The Liverpool John Moores University BSc Sport Coaching degree provides a blend of academic theory and practical application to prepare students for the sports coaching industry. The programme covers both the art and science of coaching, including coaching methods, planning, delivering sessions, sport psychology, and physiology. It is designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge to succeed in the dynamic field of sports coaching.

During the course, students learn from experienced staff who have worked with elite athletes and professional sports organisations. The programme provides opportunities for practical coaching experience through work placements in various settings, such as schools and sports clubs. This helps students to develop professional skills like observation, communication, and to build a network of contacts for their future career.

Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) provides a supportive environment and excellent teaching, carries out important research, and has a good relationship with many industries. This means they offer education that focuses on your future career in subjects like business, engineering, health, and the arts. For those interested in global business, LJMU’s MSc International Business and Management course has a special module created by Harvard Business School called ‘Microeconomics of Competitiveness’. This gives students an advantage when it comes to understanding international business strategy.

To be enrolled in the Liverpool John Moores University BSc Sport Coaching programme, you need to submit a personal statement and a relevant academic and/or employer reference. You can also upload their CV to show your work experience.

Grade Requirements:

• Applicants need 80 UCAS tariff points, including A-Levels, T Levels, and BTECs. International qualifications equivalent to A-levels are also accepted by the university.

English Proficiency:

• If you are from a non-English background, you need an IELTS overall score of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each section. Other equivalent test scores, like TOEFL or PTE, are also accepted.

The annual tuition fee for international students taking the BSc Sport Coaching at Liverpool John Moores University is £18,250.

Liverpool John Moores University offers scholarships to both domestic and international students. The International Achievement Scholarship is a partial tuition fee scholarship worth £3,000 for each year of undergraduate study at LJMU. It is awarded automatically to self-funded international students upon progression to the university, provided they meet the required academic and English language grades and do not have external funding.

Graduates of this course work as:

• Physical Education Teacher
• Coach
• Coach Educator and Developer
• Sport Researcher
• Sport Lecturer
• Sport Development Officer

Applications for the Liverpool John Moores University BSc Sport Coaching course can be submitted through UCAS. Our counsellors are available to assist you through this process.