University of Essex

BSc Sports Performance and Coaching

University of Essex

Course overview

The BSc Sports Performance and Coaching at the University of Essex focuses on developing skills crucial for enhancing athlete performance and effective coaching.

During this study, students will learn in key areas such as sports science, biomechanics, and psychology, enabling them to have vast knowledge about athletic training and performance optimisation.

This BSc Sports Performance and Coaching at the University of Essex offers practical experience through partnerships with sporting governing bodies like the Football Association and Volleyball England. 

Entry requirements

Grade Requirements:

  • International students applying for the BSc Sports Performance and Coaching at the University of Essex require 112 to 120 UCAS Tariff points or an equivalent qualification

English Language Requirements:

  • International students applying for the BSc Sports Performance and Coaching programme at the University of Essex require an overall IELTS score of 6.0 with 5.5 in each component.

Scholarships

  • Essex Preparation Programme Bursary

    £250 cash bursary.

    Up to £250

  • Hong Kong Undergraduate Scholarship

    The awards offered are a discount of £5,000 per year for a maximum of three years of full-time undergraduate study, up to a maximum of £15,000.

    Up to £15,000

  • International Baccalaureate Excellence Scholarship

    If you're starting at Essex in 2026-27 and achieve academic excellence in your International Baccalaureate, we will offer you a scholarship of £2,000 for your first year of study.

    Up to £2,000

  • Performance Sports Scholarships and Bursaries

    Tier 1 - Tuition fee discount up to 100%, Tier 2 - Cash bursary (of varying amounts), Tier 3 - Access to the above performance package benefits, with a value of up to £1,500.

  • The Always Essex Staff Discount Scholarship

    33% discount of the first-year tuition fee (first two years for part-time study).

  • The International Undergraduate Scholarship

    The award is offered as a £5,000 discount on your tuition fees for the first year of study in 2026-27 only.

    Up to £5,000

  • The Undergraduate Premium Pathway Scholarship

    You may be eligible for a tuition fee discount of £5,000, for each year of study at Essex up to a maximum of 3 years.

    Up to £5,000

Career opportunities

Graduates of BSc Sports Performance and Coaching from the University of Essex are equipped to work in the following capacities: 

  • Sports Coach

  • Performance Analyst

  • Strength and Conditioning Coach

  • Sports Development Officer

  • Physical Education Teacher

Cost of study

International students applying for the BSc Sports Performance and Coaching at the University of Essex: £21,525 per year.

Admission

International students can apply for this course through UCAS or directly to the university using the international student application form. Please speak with our trained advisors for assistance.

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