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Sport, Fitness and Management (T05)
- CertHE
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- Distance learning
- October 2026
- Undergraduate
- Distance Learning
- Awarded by:
- The Open University
Course summary
What makes a top-flight sports coach or fitness instructor? This certificate investigates the factors that contribute to success and gives you an in-depth knowledge of how the sector works. Focusing on the needs of participants or clients, you’ll explore training, nutrition, motivation, and leadership; and increase your effectiveness and skills in these areas. As you study, you’ll always come back to what matters most: applying theory to practice.
Key features of the course
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Offers flexible learning that fits around your sport, fitness and work commitments
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Demonstrates a strong applied focus through the extensive use of audiovisual case studies
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Uses innovative technology such as augmented reality to enhance your learning
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Builds a solid foundation for further study
Modules
This qualification has one stage, comprising 120 credits.
In Stage 1, you’ll study two modules that will introduce you to sport and fitness within the industry.
Ways to study this course
Campuses
- Distance Learning
Study options
- CertHE • Distance learning • 1 to 2 years
Start dates
- October 2026
Application codes
- Institution code:
- O11
- Campus name:
- Distance Learning
- Campus Code:
- D
- Points of Entry:
- Year 1
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
Open University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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How to apply
To apply for this course you will be taken to the provider's website, where you can find out more information and make an application.
Application codes
- Institution code:
- O11
- Campus name:
- Distance Learning
- Campus Code:
- D
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
There are no qualification requirements for this course.
You don’t need experience of working in sport and fitness prior to starting this qualification. However, you’ll find the modules and assignments much easier and more fulfilling if you can draw on employment (paid or unpaid) experience.
Historical entry grades data
This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course with (learn more).
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
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.
Additional fee information
2026/2027 academic year fees are not yet available.
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