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Sport Science, Coaching and Physical Education

  • Bachelor of Science (with Honours)
  • 3 Years
  • Full-Time
  • 27 September 2027
  • Undergraduate
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Course summary

This course will allow you to develop a critical, theoretical and practical understanding of sport, coaching and physical education, as well as knowledge of physiology, biomechanics, physical activity and health, skill acquisition, psychology and sport sociology.

You will develop teaching, coaching, academic and scientific skills, and apply your knowledge and understanding to sport, education, health and other contexts in state-of-the-art facilities.

You will study a series of modules which have been specifically designed to develop your research, vocational and employability skills, placing you in the best possible position to secure appropriate employment upon graduation.

You can also add practical experience to your CV by undertaking a placement year, while our Coach and Volunteer Academy provides you with the opportunity to work alongside elite athletes in a range of job roles and sports on campus.

The degree is likely to be of particular interest to those wishing to pursue careers in the fields of coaching, education, sport policy, physical activity and health promotion and/or allied professions.

Modules

Course Modules

For a full list of areas studied, see the 'What You'll Study' section of the course page on our website.

Assessment method

Depending on the nature of the material, some modules are assessed by a mixture of coursework and examination (for example 30% coursework and 70% examination), whilst other modules are assessed by 100% coursework.

Coursework may comprise a variety of tasks including individual essays, project reports, reflective portfolios, lab reports, video diaries, group work and presentations.

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • Main Site

Study options

  • Bachelor of Science (with Honours) • Full-Time • 3 Years

Start dates

  • 27 September 2027

Apply by
13 January 2027

This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.

Application codes

Course code:
C603
Institution code:
L79
Campus name:
Main Site
Points of Entry:
Year 1

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

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How to apply

Apply by
13 January 2027

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:
C603
Institution code:
L79
Campus name:
Main Site

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

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Entry requirements

Typical qualification requirements

A level
AAB

AAB including at least one of the following subjects: Biology, Human Biology, Maths, Physics, Chemistry, Psychology, Religious Studies, Sociology, History, Geography, Physical Education and English Literature or English Language.

UCAS Tariff
Not accepted

Access to HE Diploma

Considered on a case by case basis. Please contact Loughborough University directly.

GCSE/National 4/National 5

A minimum of 5 GCSE grades 9 - 6 (A*-B) including grade 6/B in English Language and a Science. GCSE Maths grade 5/C

GCSE Maths Grade 5: There is no flexibility in this requirement. However, we will consider a grade C in Level 3 Core Maths as a suitable alternative.

GCSE Science Grade 6: There is no flexibility in this requirement.

GCSE English Language Grade 6: If you have achieved Grade 5 in GCSE English Language, we can still consider an application if you have Grade 6 or above in GCSE English Literature.

If you have achieved Grade 4 or 5 in GCSE English Language, we can still consider an application if you have a contextual indicator. Please refer to our Contextual Admissions Policy for further information on contextual indicators used by the University.

Scottish Advanced Higher
AB

AB, plus Highers at majority A/B grades

Extended Project

We recognise the benefit of the Extended Project in developing independent research and critical thinking skills. We would consider this as evidence of motivation to study a specific subject in more depth, and while we do not generally include it as part of our offer conditions, it may be used to further consider an application upon receipt of final examination results. www.lboro.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/entry-requirements/

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Offer: 35

35 (6,6,5 HL) to include at least one of the following subjects at HL: Biology, Maths, Physics, Chemistry, Psychology, Social and Cultural Anthropology, History, Geography, Sport, Exercise and Health Science and English Literature/Language A.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DDD

We will also consider the below vocational BTEC/CTEC Level 3 Extended Diplomas as standalone qualifications:

BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Sport and Exercise Science - DDD with Distinctions in two of the following: units 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 12,13

BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Sport - DDD with Distinctions in two of the following units: 1, 2, 5, 6, 8, 19, 23, 24

BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Applied Science (Biomedical Science, Analytical and Forensic Science or Physical Science) - DDD

OCR Level 3 Cambridge Technical (CTEC) Extended Diploma in Sport and Physical Activity - DDD
If you are not sure of the exact title of your BTEC/CTEC qualification, please check with your school or college.

If you are studying towards a BTEC or CTEC Level 3 qualification in another subject area (e.g. Sport, Fitness and Personal Training; Sporting Excellence and Performance; Sports Coaching and Development; or Business), we are only able to consider an application from you if you are also studying an A level in one of our required A level subjects.

Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)

We accept a wide range of international qualifications for entry as outlined on our website – please view the individual course typical offers on our website and choose Ireland in the Country/region drop down field for more information.

Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)

Applicants taking the Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Diploma will be asked to achieve the A level requirements for their course as part of their qualification. The Skills Challenge Certificate will be accepted alongside two A levels as long as individual course entry and subject requirements are met. www.lboro.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/entry-requirements/

Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal

This qualification is accepted in combination with other qualifications. For details please contact Loughborough University.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
D

BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate: D plus two A levels at grades AB. One A level must be in a required subject.

We recommend that the BTEC National Extended Certificate and National Diploma are in one of our preferred subjects (below), but we will consider alternatives alongside required A level subjects.

Please note that Sport or Sport Science related subjects will not be accepted alongside A level Physical Education.

Cambridge Technical (CTEC) qualifications equivalent in size to the BTEC versions outlined above are also acceptable.

Preferred BTEC: Sport and Exercise Science, Sport, Applied Science (Biomedical Science, Analytical and Forensic Science or Physical Science).

Preferred CTEC: Sport and Physical Activity.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DD

BTEC Level 3 National Diploma DD plus one A level in a required subject at grade A.

We recommend that the BTEC National Extended Certificate and National Diploma are in one of our preferred subjects (below), but we will consider alternatives alongside required A level subjects.

Please note that Sport or Sport Science related subjects will not be accepted alongside A level Physical Education.

Cambridge Technical (CTEC) qualifications equivalent in size to the BTEC versions outlined above are also acceptable.

Preferred BTEC: Sport and Exercise Science, Sport, Applied Science (Biomedical Science, Analytical and Forensic Science or Physical Science).

Preferred CTEC: Sport and Physical Activity.

Loughborough accepts a wide range of qualifications for entry as outlined on our website www.lboro.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/getting-started/applying/entrance-requirements/. This information details the general requirements and should be read in conjunction with the information given for each course.

Loughborough also accepts a wide range of international qualifications for entry as outlined on our website www.lboro.ac.uk/international/applicants/country/

Loughborough uses contextual data in the admissions process to provide insights into the context in which your academic qualifications have been achieved. This may influence the typical offers outlined in the information given for each course. www.lboro.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/getting-started/applying/contextual-data/ https://www.lboro.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/entry-requirements/

Additional entry requirements

Other
Applicants are usually selected solely on the basis of their UCAS application. If applicants are made an offer of a place, they will be invited to visit the department giving them the opportunity to meet staff and students, see facilities and get an insight into what it is like to be a student at Loughborough.

Contextual admissions

Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.

We consider contextual information as part of the assessment of an application to provide us with further insight into your achievements. This may lead to reduced offers, up to two grades lower than the typical offer requirements, as well as additional consideration when your results are received. For further information about Contextual Admissions at Loughborough including our Access Loughborough Contextual Offer please visit our website.

Learn more on the Loughborough University website

Historical entry grades data

This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course with (learn more).

It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place.

Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.

Not enough data available

We are unable to show previous accepted grades for this course. This could be because the course is new, it's a postgraduate course, there isn't enough historical data, or the provider has opted out of sharing their entry grades data for this course - learn more.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Per year tuition fees

LocationFeeYear
EU & InternationalTBC
England, Scotland, Wales & Northern Ireland£10050

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

The fees stated above are for the 2027/28 academic year; international fees are still to be approved. We will update this information as soon as it is available. Fees are reviewed annually and are likely to increase to take into account inflationary pressures.

While the cost of your tuition covers lots of things, it doesn’t cover everything. For instance this course doesn’t cover the cost of any stationery, printing, books or re-assessments which you might need.

UK tuition fees align with the applicable fee caps set by the UK government, and as such they are subject to changes made to the agreed cap in a specific year.

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