BSc Sport Coaching

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.

Cardiff Metropolitan University welcomes students from around the world and focuses on professionally oriented courses. The university promotes a positive learning experience, integrating its 'EDGE' philosophy to ensure graduates are ethical, global, digital, and entrepreneurial professionals ready for the competitive world of work.

The institution provides a broad selection of both undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across its academic schools. This ensures the university offers many degrees in fields such as Art & Design, Education, Management, Sport & Health Sciences, and Technologies, alongside the Sport Coaching programme.

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.

International students taking the BSc Sport Coaching at Cardiff Metropolitan University pay £16,000 in tuition.

Cardiff Metropolitan University offers several scholarships and financial awards to support both UK and international undergraduate students throughout their period of study. These opportunities recognise academic excellence or assist students with the costs of living and tuition.

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

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