30Nov
UndergraduateUniversity of Central Lancashire has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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Course summary
Our Sport Coaching foundation year helps you start your journey in sports coaching. This foundation year is perfect if you’re excited about a career in sports, but don’t have the qualifications for a degree. It gives you the essential skills and knowledge to move onto a degree. The foundation year introduces you to different parts of sport, from coaching to health and fitness. This programme is for people who want to help others achieve their best through sport and fitness. You’ll learn how sport impacts people’s health and performance, both as individuals and in groups. You’ll learn about the physical, mental, and technical parts of coaching. You will also gain the skills to lead and manage groups in community and elite sports. The foundation year will also help you develop the academic skills you need to study at degree level. With smaller classes and lots of support, you'll be able to feel confident when you move to the full degree. Upon successful completion of the foundation year, you’ll move onto the degree. Here, you can choose to specialise in areas like performance analysis, talent development, or health coaching. You can also choose to study abroad or complete a year in industry. Why study with us?
- Our academics have real-world experience as coaches and researchers. They know the industry and can help you connect with people who can support your career.
- You can take part in coaching through placements, volunteering, and internships. This hands-on experience will help you build your skills.
- Once you have progressed onto your degree, you’ll have the chance to study abroad or complete a year in industry.
- Take part in hands-on workshops with others who share your love for sport. Complete coursework and projects together.
- Gain the knowledge and academic skills you need to progress onto our Sport Coaching degree.
- You’ll have the chance to earn coaching qualifications during your degree, to help you start your career after graduation.
- Head Gymnastics Coach
- Head of Coaching
- Lead Performance Analyst
- Netball Academy Coach
- Community Football Development Manager
- PE Teachers
- Academy Football Coaches
Modules
Please visit The University of Central Lancashire’s website for the latest information about our modules.
How to apply
29Jan
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
Please select a course option – you will then see the application code you need to use to apply for the course.
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Foundation
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 64 points
A level
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MPP
Access to HE Diploma
Scottish Higher
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MM
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
GCSE/National 4/National 5
T Level - Pass (D or E)
Applications from individuals with non-standard qualifications or relevant work/life experience and who aspire for professional careers in sports coaching but lack the requisite academic qualifications are welcome. Such applications will be reviewed on an individual basis and may require the applicant to be invited for interview.
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | with no component score less than 5.5 (To have been taken within two years of the course commencement date) |
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9535 | Year 1 |
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
Please note fees for the foundation year will be £9,535, and then £9,535 per year for the remainder of the course.
*subject only to annual increase in line with UK Retail Price Index inflation rate
Provider information
University of Central Lancashire
Preston
PR1 2HE