The BSc (Hons) Sport Coaching and Physical Education course aims to:
Engage students critically with specialised theories and knowledge, promoting a multidisciplinary understanding of the subject area.
Empower learners from diverse backgrounds to become responsible citizens and educators, advancing equality and social well-being within our communities.
Equip future physical educators and coaches with outstanding professional and practical skills, with a focus on critical reflection and evidence-based practice.
Create a student-centred learning environment that fosters enthusiasm for learning and supports career readiness as well as progression to postgraduate study or research.
With a focus on employability, this course develops essential industry, academic, and life skills; provides valuable work placements and practical experiences through links with professional bodies; and supports the attainment of relevant, professionally recognised qualifications.
Teaching
Coaching
Sport Development
Sport Management
Youth Work
Charity Work
Outdoor Education
Foundation Year
Leadership Through Sport
Foundations of Fitness
The Sports and Football Industry
Fundamentals of Sport Business Management
Volunteering in Sport
Sport in the Contemporary World
YEAR ONE
Coaching And Volunteering
Foundations of Learning and Coaching
Physical Education
Physical Education in Practice
Research and Study Skills
Sport and Physical Activity Landscape
YEAR TWO
Community Innovation Projects
Designing a Curriculum
Inclusive Practice in Sport and Physical Activity
Policy in Practice
Research Methods
Teaching And Coaching In Schools
YEAR THREE
Delivering Competitive Sports
Dissertation
Outdoor Adventure Learning
Physical Literacy
Professional Practice
Assignments
Coursework
Dissertation
Essays
Group Presentations
Oral Presentations
Poster Presentations
Practical Activities
Project Work
Reflective Accounts
Reports
Research Projects
Written Assessments
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
Southampton, Solent University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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The following entry points are available for this course:
For information about applying to Solent as an International applicant, please visit https://www.solent.ac.uk/how-to-apply/entry-requirements/help-for-international-students
Find out more about qualification requirements for this course.
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | with a minimum of 5.5 in each of the four components |
We understand that each student is unique. At Solent we encourage individuality and have adopted a balanced approach to Admissions, by considering exam results alongside portfolios / interviews or auditions.
Our contextual offer scheme allows offers below our standard academic entry criteria to those who have faced challenges which has impacted their performance and predicted higher grades, by taking into account additional selection criteria such as a strong portfolio, interview or audition.
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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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.
While most course costs are covered by your tuition fees, some essential resources and optional extras may need to be paid for separately. These additional costs are listed below. For advice on budgeting and managing your money, please contact student.funding@solent.ac.uk.
The 2025/26 other costs are not yet available. For guidance, the 2024/25 other costs were:
Compulsory costs
Students require a Solent sports kit. This is provided for free for students in from level 4 study, so will need to be purchased for the firdt year of study of the fiundation year. As a package, this will cost approximately £135.
Any addtional kit would need to be bought by the individual.
Students are required to undertake DBS criminal records checks as part of their enrolment. The cost of this is covered by the University.
Year two
L2 Certificate in Coaching Multi-skills Development in Sport: approx £100.
Optional costs
Students may have the chance to undertake optional Active IQ qualifications alongside their studies. Prices vary but are between £100 and £300.
Additional kit.
Solent University offers a number of bursaries, grants and scholarships. For more information, please visit https://www.solent.ac.uk/finance/grants-bursaries-scholarships/bursaries
Email:admissions@solent.ac.uk
Phone:+44 (0) 23 8201 5066
Email:student.funding@solent.ac.uk
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