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Sport Coaching at University of Essex - UCAS

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2026 - 2027
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This course is subject to validation. You can still apply for this course while it is being approved.

University of Essex has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.

Open days

11Oct
University of Essex Open Day - Southend Campus
Undergraduate
8Nov
University of Essex Open Day - Colchester Campus
Undergraduate

Course summary

Do you want to improve how you train athletes and teams effectively to enhance performance? Our BSc Sport Coaching integrates world-leading research from various disciplines with practical application to support your career in sport coaching with athletes across a range of sports. You will also have access to our specialist sport, research and teaching facilities. Throughout your time with us, you will become employment-ready by expanding your knowledge and skills though studying applied topics such as:

  • socio-pedagogical principles of sport coaching
  • talent identification and development
  • techniques for analysing sport performance
  • strength and conditioning
  • technology-enhanced coaching
At Essex, your learning is enriched even further by our unique and valuable connections with several National Governing Bodies, including The Football Association, Volleyball England, Basketball England and Rugby Football Union. Our links to industry provide you with opportunities to gain real-world experience, access coach education courses, and work towards externally-accredited National Governing Body awards. You can also work with our on-campus Human Performance Unit for hands-on experience of helping athletes reach peak performance.

Modules

Many of our courses offer a choice of optional modules to tailor your learning experience. More information about these can be found on the University of Essex website.

How to apply

14Jan

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
C612
Institution code:
E70
Campus name:
Colchester Campus
Campus code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

Student Outcomes

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

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Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

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Sport Coaching at University of Essex - UCAS