Sport Coaching and Physical Education - BSc (Hons)

Anglia Ruskin University

Explore sport coaching, physical education, sport management and development in an inspiring environment in the heart of Cambridge. Do you dream of being the coach behind a great athlete, inspiring children through sport and physical activity, or supporting athletes’ development? Our course is focused on preparing you for these careers, and more. Together, we’ll explore sport development, physiology, and the psychology of sport coaching. You’ll use specialist labs accredited by t[

](https://www.cases.org.uk/) (CASES), gain safeguarding and coaching qualifications, and get first-hand experience working with schools and sports clubs. We welcome talented athletes and offer financial support through our [

](https://www.aru.ac.uk/student-life/preparing-for-study/help-with-finances/scholarships/sport-scholarship).

* Study a leading Sports Science course – ranked second in the UK and 17th in the World (Shanghai Rankings 2023). * Learn from supportive staff who are applied teaching and coaching practitioners, informed by evidence-based theory. * Develop critical, theoretical and practical skills in our specialist labs. * Bring the world of work to life through [Live Briefs](https://www.aru.ac.uk/404-not-found?item=web%3a%7bE43BE3D5-C9AB-4A1C-930E-3BBCBED120BE%7d%40en), developed with employers to give you exposure to ‘real world’ problem-solving. * Study an industry-approved course – endorsed by the [Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity](https://www.cimspa.co.uk/) and members of the [International Council for Coaching Excellence](https://www.icce.ws/). * We’re delighted to be [Cambridge United Football Club’s](https://www.aru.ac.uk/news/aru-is-proud-to-be-education-partner-of-the-us) Official Education Partner which supports opportunities such as work experience at the club or volunteering with the Cambridge United Foundation.