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Sports Coaching and Education

  • FdA
  • 2 Years
  • Full-time
  • 14/09/2026
  • Undergraduate
University College Birmingham
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Course summary

COURSE OVERVIEW

This dynamic and interdisciplinary course integrates the fields of sports and education. This unique course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the relationship between sport and education, preparing them for diverse career opportunities in both sectors.

The curriculum is carefully crafted to blend theoretical knowledge with practical skills to give you the most well-rounded educational experience.

This course offers a route for you to progress onto qualified teacher training. It also opens the doors to a wide range of other career opportunities, from working in a variety of different education settings, including sports development and community coaching, to becoming a learning mentor.

WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE?

  • NO EXAMS – If you are not keen on exams, this course is for you. Unlike many degrees in this field, you will have no written exams during or at the end of the course and will be assessed through practical assessments and coursework only

  • PGCE PROGRESSION WITH UNIVERSITY OF WARWICK – Students who complete our Sport and Education degree course will be offered a guaranteed interview (subject to basic entry criteria) for Primary or Physical Education (secondary) PGCE courses at our partner institution, the University of Warwick. See more details under Key Information below

  • WORK EXPERIENCE – Students have the opportunity to gain experience in a number of different settings, including schools, colleges, local community groups and sports clubs

  • SPECIALISE YOUR STUDIES – We work with you to provide experiences suited to your career goals, allowing you to explore roles within both sport and education sectors

CAREERS AND PROGRESSION

  • Primary school teacher

  • Secondary school teacher (physical education)

  • Further education teacher

  • Community sports coach

  • Sports development officer

  • Learning mentor

You could also progress onto a PGCE or one of our other postgraduate courses at University College Birmingham.

Please refer to our website www.ucb.ac.uk for the latest updates to this course

Modules

Year 1 - Principles of Coaching - Sport and Social Impact - Childhood and Youth Development - Innovative Pedagogy in Sport and Education: Strategies for Engagement and Success - Safeguarding in Sport and Education - Academic Skills || Year 2 - Teaching Practical Sports - Sport Psychology and Team Dynamics - Personal and Professional Development - Health, Sport, and Inequalities -Curriculum Design in Sport Education: Theory and Application - Research for Sport and Education

Assessment method

Note: Indicative information only – actual timetables and assessment regimes will be issued at your induction. Teaching: Example of a typical teaching week (up to 15 contact hours): Large group teaching – 6 hours, Smaller group teaching – 6 hours, Tutorials – 2 hours, Work experience. You will also need to commit around 20 hours per week for individual study time. Assessment: Estimated breakdown of assessment for this course: Coursework– 50%, Practical assessment– 50%. Our teaching and assessment is underpinned by our Teaching, Learning and Assessment Strategy 2021-2024.

This course is not accepting applications for deferred entry.
This course is subject to validation. You can still apply for this course while it is being approved.

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • University College Birmingham

Study options

  • FdA • Full-time • 2 Years

Start dates

  • 14/09/2026

Apply by
14 January

This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.

Application codes

Course code:
C622
Institution code:
B35
Campus name:
University College Birmingham
Campus Code:
-
Points of Entry:
Year 1

University College Birmingham has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.

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How to apply

Apply by
14 January

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
C622
Institution code:
B35
Campus name:
University College Birmingham
Campus Code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

International applicants

All non-EU international students can apply directly via our online application forms: https://portal.ucb.ac.uk/#/admissions/direct-application/intro Undergraduate applicants can also apply via UCAS, if they wish to apply to more than one university. The International Admissions team aim to respond to any new application made directly via the online application form within 5 working days of receipt. However, this can vary during peak application periods (particularly January-March) or if the team require additional information to process your application. Applicants who apply to transfer to University College Birmingham on to a second year or final year of a course will have their previous course matched for entry. Each application is considered individually and careful consideration is given to all information on your application form. We may also need to contact you regarding your immigration status or previous studies in the UK.

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

UCAS Tariff - 48 points

Non-UCAS Tariff-based Level 3 qualifications are also considered for entry

A level - DD

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - PPP

Access to HE Diploma - P: 45 credits

Additional entry requirements

Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
Students on this course are subject to the Code of Professional Conduct and Fitness to Practise Policy, together with a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. University College Birmingham will coordinate and fund the completion of the DBS check.

English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
Cambridge English AdvancedLevel B2BA/BSc - Minimum 170 with no less than 160 in any skill FdA/FdSc - Minimum 160 with no less than 150 in any skill
IELTS (Academic)BA/BSc - Overall score of 6.0 with no less than 5.5 in each component FdA/FdSc - Overall score of 5.5 with no less than 5.0 in each component
Institution's Own TestBA/BSc - Overall score of B2 with no less than B2- in in each component FdA/FdSc - Overall score of B2- with no less than B1+ in in each component
To apply for all undergraduate degrees, if your first language is not English, you will need to sit an approved test in English.

UCB English Language Requirements http://www.ucb.ac.uk/our-courses/international/english-language-requirements/english-language-requirements-table.aspx

Historical entry grades data BETA

This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted with (learn more). It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

LocationFeeYear
Republic of Ireland£9250Year 1
EU£16000Year 1
International£16000Year 1
England£9250Year 1
Northern Ireland£9250Year 1
Scotland£9250Year 1
Wales£9250Year 1

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

UK:
If you are a UK student enrolling on a Foundation Degree or a BA/BSc at University College Birmingham, your fee for this academic year will be £9,250. A half year tuition fee is £4625.
This is a yearly fee, and will increase with inflation in subsequent years (in line with the government’s permitted rise).
If you are an English student studying your first higher education qualification, you can apply for a tuition fee loan from the Student Loans Company. You will not start repaying this loan until you leave the course and are earning over £25,000 a year.
If you live in Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland, you should apply to Student Finance Wales, Student Finance Northern Ireland, or SAAS. The loans and grants available to you will differ from those available from Student Finance England.
UCB does not charge for 24 or 48 week placements.
More information about UK Fees please go to our website here -
https://www.ucb.ac.uk/study/fees-and-funding/undergraduate-fees/

EU and International:
More information about International Fees please go to our website here - https://www.ucb.ac.uk/our-courses/international/tuition-fees-and-scholarships.aspx

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