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Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Sports Coaching course at Hartpury University.
Select a qualification to see required grades
A level
B,B,C
BBC or equivalent from at least two full A Levels. This must include Biology, Sport or PE at grade D or above.
Most popular A-levels studied
See who's studying at Hartpury University. These students are taking Sports Coaching or another course from the same subject area.
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| Physical Education | D |
| Biology | E |
| Psychology | D |
| Geography | B |
| Business Studies | C |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: C600
Here's what Hartpury University says about its Sports Coaching course.
Develop your coaching expertise with a programme tailored to your career ambitions. In year two you’ll choose between Community Coaching or Performance Coaching, allowing you to specialise in the area that aligns with your goals.
Gain hands-on experience through our on-site sports academies and partnerships with leading sports organisations, where you'll refine your coaching style in real-world settings. Our curriculum is endorsed by CIMSPA (Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity), ensuring your learning meets nationally recognised coaching standards.
Graduate industry-ready with the practical experience, knowledge, and professional skills needed to succeed in a dynamic and evolving coaching landscape.
Gain real-world coaching experience throughout your degree. Build a diverse portfolio that showcases your expertise, experience, and personal coaching philosophy - giving you a competitive edge when you graduate.
We have strong industry connections and partnerships with local and national sports organisations, offering a wide range of coaching opportunities to enhance your practical experience.
With 10 on-site sports academies, you'll have plenty of chances to put your learning into practice. You’ll also have opportunities to gain hands-on experience with community sports clubs, schools, and physical activity organisations.
Our programme is designed to help you develop your own coaching style. Through a diverse range of modules, you’ll explore coaching theories, concepts, and practical applications, preparing you to work in both community and performance coaching settings.
Accreditation As a CIMSPA-endorsed degree, our curriculum is underpinned by professional coaching standards, ensuring you graduate ready for a successful career in sports coaching.
Source: Hartpury University
Course details
Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Department
Sports
Location
Main Site | Gloucester
Duration
3 Years
Study mode
Full-time
Subjects
• Sports coaching
Start date
September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
Tuition fees
| Location | Fees |
|---|---|
| England | £9,790 per year |
| Scotland | £9,790 per year |
| Wales | £9,790 per year |
| Northern Ireland | £9,790 per year |
| Channel Islands | £9,790 per year |
| Republic of Ireland | £9,790 per year |
The modules you will study
Our modules are developed regularly to reflect student and industry demands, ensuring you’re well prepared to enter skilled employment on graduation. The majority of courses are comprised of both compulsory and optional modules, the latter of which you'll be able to choose from to suit your interests and career goals. Most courses also include work placement learning, to help you gain essential experience for your future.
Compulsory modules include: Coaching and Teaching Portfolio, Principles of Strength and Conditioning, Introduction to Exercise Physiology, Introduction to Sport and Exercise Psychology, Introduction to the Sport and Education Industries, Academic Skills for Sport and Exercise Scientists, Research and Data Skills in Sport, Pedagogy in Action 1, Developing the Professional Profile, Developing the Professional Profile, The Sport and Exercise Researcher, Coach Mentoring, Applied Coaching Concepts, Professional Development in Sport, Sport Research Project.
Modules are sometimes subject to change.
Optional modules change each year - you can attend introductory sessions before deciding which ones to study. For more information, please visit https://www.hartpury.ac.uk/university/courses/undergraduate/bsc-hons-sports-coaching/
Hartpury University student reviews
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National Student Survey (NSS) scores at Hartpury University
The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.
Here you can see ratings from Hartpury University students who took the Sports Coaching course - or another course in the same subject area.
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
91%
med
Teaching on my course
91%
med
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
88%
med
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
100%
high
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
90%
med
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
88%
med
Learning opportunities
88%
med
Learning opportunities
88%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
89%
med
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
89%
med
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
96%
high
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
85%
med
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
79%
low
Assessment and feedback
84%
med
Assessment and feedback
84%
med
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
81%
low
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
81%
low
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
79%
med
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
96%
high
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
85%
med
Academic support
96%
high
Academic support
96%
high
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
93%
med
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
98%
high
Organisation and management
90%
med
Organisation and management
90%
med
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
88%
med
How well organised is your course?
92%
med
Learning resources
79%
low
Learning resources
79%
low
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
80%
low
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
72%
low
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
85%
low
Student voice
85%
med
Student voice
85%
med
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
80%
med
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
89%
med
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
86%
med
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
67%
low
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
91%
med
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
84%
med
Student information
See who's studying at Hartpury University. These students are taking Sports Coaching or another course from the same subject area.
Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
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Earnings after graduation
Earnings from Hartpury University graduates who took Sports Coaching - or another course in the same subject area.
Earnings
£20.4k
First year after graduation
£24.8k
Third year after graduation
Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to Sports Coaching.
Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree
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