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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Lanarkshire Campus
Full Time
08-SEP-25
4 Years
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Lanarkshire Campus
Full time
08-SEP-25
4 Years
Select a subject
OverviewUWS’s BSc (Hons) Sport Coaching programme will help you develop the skills and expertise required to become a professional sports coach. This programme has been developed in partnership with sports governing bodies, sporting organisations and coaching professionals to ensure that you develop knowledge and hands-on practical experience relevant to the modern sports, health and fitness industries.Excellent industry connections provide work-based learning opportunities and offer links to gaining coaching qualifications.Programme highlights• Teaching staff are committed to providing you with supportive learning environments and a flexible approach to study.• This programme is offered at UWS’s state-of-the art Lanarkshire Campus and elements are delivered at the Emirates Arena – a world-class sports facility built for the 2014 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow and home to sportscotland.• UWS has excellent links with a number of sports organisations, who provide work-based learning opportunities, including St Mirren Football Club, South Lanarkshire Leisure and Culture Trust and Netball Scotland.• As you journey through this programme, you’re not just earning a degree – you’re gaining industry-recognised qualifications endorsed by CIMSPA* (e.g. Assistant Coach, Safeguarding and Protecting Children, and Personal Trainer).CareersThis programme will prepare you for a career in Sport Coaching. UWS graduates are currently working with local authorities, sports clubs, sports centres, health promotion initiatives, and sports governing bodies such as Netball Scotland or the Scottish Football Association.Many UWS graduates have found employment in roles and activities, including:• Planning, managing and delivering sport coaching at local, regional, national and international events and competitions• Sport coaching programme delivery for specific client groups such as at-risk youths or individuals with additional support needs• Delivering specific areas of sport science e.g. strength and conditioning and performance analysis• Outdoor education instructors• Active schools co-ordinators• Sport development officersGraduates will be able to pursue opportunities such as UWS’s MSc in Sport Coaching, Physical Education teaching, and PhDs.
Exam type
A levelA level:
DDD Grades / Points required
Scottish Higher:
BCC Grades / Points required
UCAS Tariff:
69 Grades / Points required
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:
24 Grades / Points required
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017):
H3,H4,H4,H4 Grades / Points required
Scottish HNC:
Pass Grades / Points required
Scottish HND:
Pass Grades / Points required
T Level:
M Grades / Points required
Including a science (Biology preferred) or PEYear 2 entry: BBB including a science (Biology preferred) and PE.
Including a science (Biology preferred) or PE.
Including a Science (Biology preferred) or PE
With 3 subjects at H4 (including a Science) or PE.For year 2 entry, 30 points with 3 subjects at H4, including PE or a Science at H4
Including a science (Biology preferred) or PE.
Year 2 entry with HNC with A in the Graded Unit in: Coaching & Developing Sport; Sport Coaching & Development; Fitness, Health & Exercise; Applied Sports Science; Applied Sports & Exercise Science; Physical Activity & HealthYear 1 entry with lower HNC grade may be considered, subject to available places
Year 3 entry with HND with BB or BBB in the Graded Units in the following subjects: Applied Sports Science; Coaching & Developing Sport; Fitness, Health & Exercise; Sport Coaching & Development; Physical Activity & HealthYear 2 entry with lower HND grade may be considered, subject to available places
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
Students living in
England
£9,250 per year
Students from England
This is the fee you pay if you live within England. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.
£1,820 per year
Students from Scotland
This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.
£9,250 per year
Students from Wales
This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.
£9,250 per year
Students from Northern Ireland
This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.
£9,250 per year
Students from Channel Islands
This is the fee you pay if you live within Channel Islands. Please note, this is subject to change.
£18,000 per year
Students from EU
This is the fee you pay if you live within the European Union. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.
£18,000 per year
Students from International
This is the fee you pay if you are an International student. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.
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