BSc Sport, Coaching and Physical Education
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Sport, Coaching and Physical Education, a sports science degree centred on physical education, coaching theory, and the physiological and sociological aspects of physical activity. Core topics include Research Methods, Project Management, and Ethics & Professional Practice. Students undertake work placements embedded in the second and third years of the programme. The first year covers foundational concepts through modules such as Human Structure and Function, Introduction to Primary Physical Education, Introduction to Secondary Physical Education, and Introduction to Sport & Exercise Psychology. The second year advances learning with modules including Exercise for special populations, Growth & Development, Adapting the Physical Education curriculum, and Research Methods. The final year involves an independent research Dissertation alongside compulsory modules like Critical Pedagogy in Coaching, Health Promotion for Wellness and Wellbeing, and Evaluating Sport in Social Contexts. Optional modules in the final year include Alternative Physical Activities in Schools, Teaching Accredited Courses in Physical Education, and Contemporary Issues in Sport.
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Entry requirements
104 – 112 UCAS tariff points Your grades are just one part of your story, which is why at UoG we accept any grades from any combination of level 3 qualifications. A-level BCC BTEC DMM T-level Pass Here’s an example of how 104 – 112 UCAS tariff points might look for some common level 3 qualifications. GCSE in English Lang/Lit and Maths at grade 4/C or above are usually required. Unsure if we could offer you a place? Check out the UCAS tariff calculator or contact our admissions team if you have any questions.
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What students say
Based on about 67 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Teaching on my course: 90%
- Learning opportunities: 86%
- Assessment and feedback: 84%
- Academic support: 94%
- Organisation and management: 80%
- Learning resources: 86%
- Student voice: 78%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 10 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 85%
- Left higher education: 15%
What graduates do next
Based on about 58 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Working: 71%
- Working and studying: 17%
- Further study: 6%
- Unemployed: 2%
Most common jobs
- Teaching Professionals: 23%
- Sports and fitness occupations: 15%
- Therapy professionals: 11%
- Elementary occupations: 8%
- Skilled trades occupations: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 88%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 85%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 61%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 335 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 3%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 2%
- East Midlands: 3%
- West Midlands: 12%
- East of England: 3%
- London: 4%
- South East: 13%
- South West: 55%
- Wales: 4%
- Scotland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 95%
- Access course: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Human Structure and Function
- Introduction to Primary Physical Education
- Introduction to Secondary Physical Education
- Introduction to Sport & Exercise Psychology
- Study Skills and Principles of Research
- Introduction to Professional Practice in Sport
- Introduction to Sport Sociology and Ethics
- Introduction to Sport Pedagogy
- Exercise for special populations
- Growth & Development
- Adapting the Physical Education curriculum
- Research Methods
- Developing Professional Practice and Placement
- Pedagogy in Practice
- Children in society: Family, school and community
- Sport, Health and Social Issues
- Dissertation
- Critical Pedagogy in Coaching
- Health Promotion for Wellness and Wellbeing
- Evaluating Sport in Social Contexts
- Placement and Professional Development
- Alternative Physical Activities in Schools
- Teaching Accredited Courses in Physical Education
- Contemporary Issues in Sport
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Sport, Coaching and Physical Education at University of Gloucestershire earn?
The median salary is £25,500 after 15 months, £21,000 after 3 years, £26,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £21,500 and £31,500. The £26,000 median after five years is £1,500 less than the UK median for Sport and exercise sciences.
What do graduates of BSc Sport, Coaching and Physical Education at University of Gloucestershire do next?
94% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Sport, Coaching and Physical Education at University of Gloucestershire?
90% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Sport, Coaching and Physical Education at University of Gloucestershire?
The typical offer is BCC at A level. The average entrant had 126 UCAS points.
How many students continue on BSc Sport, Coaching and Physical Education at University of Gloucestershire?
85% of students continued into their second year, and 15% left higher education.