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Sport Coaching, Science and Performance

  • FdSc
  • 2 Years
  • Full-time
  • 14 September 2026
  • Undergraduate
Bournville College
Awarded by:
Birmingham Newman University
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Course summary

This course is designed to prepare students for 21st century employment within the Sports and Leisure sector in a wide range of sport exercise and coaching industries aiming to work with a range of athletes from grass roots to professional / graduate training programmes. The course enables contemporary issues to be incorporated into learning and reflecting the complex environment that we live in. In addition, students will have the opportunity to develop skills such as those of analysis, evaluation, critical argument alongside problem solving and communication skills.

Studies will include the principles and practices for training, performance analysis, how to use sport as a catalyst for change within communities, and how to manage projects aimed at increasing physical activity and sport participation. In addition the course includes practical experience in real-world settings, from group coaching to individual performance development, ensuring you graduate as a confident and independent professional.

Modules

Level 4: Sports Coaching Science and Performance and Sports and Exercise Science

Introduction to Research & Academic Skills (2 Credits)
Principles of Inclusive Sports & Coaching (20 Credits)
Foundations of Human Movement (20 Credits)
Psychology of Sport, Exercise & Physical Activity (20 Credits)
Physiology of Sport, Exercise & Physical Activity (20 Credits)
Physical Activity, Health & Lifestyle (20 Credits)

Level 5:

Research Methods (20 Credits)
Coaching Psychology for Performance (20 Credits)
Strength and Conditioning (20 Credits)
Biomechanics (20 Credits)
Performance Analysis (20 Credits)
Coaching Pedagogy & Practice (20 Credits)

Assessment method

A range of assessment methods will be used including presentations, practical assessments, reports, essays, examinations, poster presentation and interventions. The assessment methods are designed for students to utilised relevant skills to aid in future employment or further study. Formative assessment which is used for development, includes online tasks, Q&A, group discussions in lessons and research tasks to develop academic reading and writing skills.

Qualified teacher status (QTS)

To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:

  • Course does not award QTS

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • Bournville College

Study options

  • FdSc • Full-time • 2 Years

Start dates

  • 14 September 2026

Apply by
14 January

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:
SCSP
Institution code:
S20
Campus name:
Bournville College
Campus Code:
C
Points of Entry:
Year 1

How to apply

Apply by
14 January

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:
SCSP
Institution code:
S20
Campus name:
Bournville College
Campus Code:
C

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

UCAS Tariff
56 points

A level
CD

56 UCAS points from a minimum of 2 A levels

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

Students with PPP and AS or other qualifications will be considered

Access to HE Diploma
M: 9 credits P: 36 credits

A combination of points accepted equivalent to 56 UCAS points

Scottish Higher
BDD

56 UCAS points

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

English language requirements

GCSE English grade 4 or above and Maths at grade 3 or above, or an equivalent Level 2 Functional Skills qualification at level 2 in English and Maths are required

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.

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Per year 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

There is an opportunity to undertake some coaching badges to support employment, however, studnts will need to fund these themselves. Prices vary depending on the sport. Please contact the team for more information.

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