BSc Sports Coaching and Physical Education with Foundation Year
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Sport and Exercise Science. Core topics include data analysis, research methods, and communication skills. The programme includes a foundation year designed to support transition to degree-level study, with guaranteed progression to the first year on successful completion. Students undertake placements in coaching and school environments, and the curriculum is mapped to the National Curriculum for Physical Education.
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Entry requirements
80 UCAS Tariff points. Learn more about UCAS Tariff points . This course does not require evidence of GCSE qualifications. Please see A Level, BTEC and other level 3 requirements below. A Level: 80 UCAS Tariff points from three A Levels Grades CDD (or equivalent) Required subjects: Biology, Human Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Psychology or Physical Education at A Level or level 3 equivalent, at grade C or above Excluded subjects: General Studies; Critical Thinking; Extended Project Pearson BTEC (Diploma / Extended Diploma/ Extended Certificate): 80 UCAS Tariff points Diploma accepted with one A Level or equivalent level 3 qualifications Extended Certificate accepted with two A Levels or equivalent level 3 qualifications Accepted subjects: Biology; Sport; Applied Science; Health T Level: Pass overall (C or above on the core) Accepted subjects: Science Access to HE Diploma: Pass with 60 credits, 45 credits at level 3 Accepted subjects: Biology, Chemistry or a Health-related subject OCR Cambridge Technical qualifications: 80 UCAS Tariff points Accepted subjects: Biology, Sport, Applied Science or Health Irish Leaving Certificate (Highers): Minimum of 80 UCAS Tariff points, achieved in five Higher level subjects Required subjects: Sport, Health or a Science-related subject at Higher level Scottish Higher / Advanced Higher: 80 UCAS Tariff points from three Advanced Highers (DDD) or two Advanced Highers (DD) plus two Highers (DD) Required subjects: Sport, Health or Science subject at Higher level or above Welsh Baccalaureate: 80 UCAS Tariff points. Considered with two A Levels or equivalent level 3 qualifications Required subjects: Accompanying A Level / level 3 equivalent must be in a relevant Science subject (e.g Applied Science, Biology, Chemistry, Physics).
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What students say
Based on about 74 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Teaching on my course: 93%
- Learning opportunities: 90%
- Assessment and feedback: 90%
- Academic support: 96%
- Organisation and management: 90%
- Learning resources: 86%
- Student voice: 91%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 185 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 80%
- Gained a higher qualification: 1%
- Left higher education: 17%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 2%
What graduates do next
Based on about 25 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 75%
- Working and studying: 10%
- Further study: 10%
Most common jobs
- Elementary occupations: 15%
- Therapy professionals: 15%
- Administrative occupations: 10%
- Sports and fitness occupations: 10%
- Teaching Professionals: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 85%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 50%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 45%
Who gets in
Based on about 180 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 97%
- Baccalaureate: 1%
- Access course: 2%
- Other HE qualification: 1%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Endorsed by the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA).
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Gold for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Interpersonal and Communication Skills
- Negotiated Studies
- Health and Wellbeing in Society
- Introduction to Human Biology
- Introduction to Sport and Exercise Science
- Principles of Performance Analysis
- Introduction to Physical Education and School Sport
- Children’s Development: Physical, Emotional, Health, and Wellbeing
- Introduction to Academic Skills for Sport and Exercise
- Becoming a Practitioner in Sport and Exercise
- Contemporary Issues in Sports Coaching and Physical Education
- Sport, Physical Activity, and Health in Practice
- Applied Pedagogy in Sports Coaching and Physical Education
- Research Skills and Data Analysis
- High Performance Sports Coaching
- Independent Research Project
- Psychology of Talent Identification and Development in Sport
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Sports Coaching and Physical Education with Foundation Year at Birmingham City University earn?
The median salary is £26,000 after 15 months. After fifteen months the middle half of graduates earn between £24,000 and £30,000. The £26,000 median after fifteen months is the same as the UK median for Sport and exercise sciences.
What do graduates of BSc Sports Coaching and Physical Education with Foundation Year at Birmingham City University do next?
95% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Sports Coaching and Physical Education with Foundation Year at Birmingham City University?
93% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Sports Coaching and Physical Education with Foundation Year at Birmingham City University?
The typical offer is CDD at A level. The average entrant had 109 UCAS points.
Is BSc Sports Coaching and Physical Education with Foundation Year at Birmingham City University accredited?
Yes. Endorsed by the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA).
How many students continue on BSc Sports Coaching and Physical Education with Foundation Year at Birmingham City University?
80% of students continued into their second year, and 17% left higher education.