4 years full-time with placement year or 3 years full-time

Sport Science, Coaching and Physical Education BSc (Hons) degree

Typical offer
AABENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Fees for 2025-26 (per academic year)

UK: £9,535

International: £29,750

Fees for 2026-27 entry are to be confirmed.

FEES

UCAS codes

4 years full-time with placement year: C604

3 years full-time: C603

Start date
October 2026

Institute code
L79

Subject area
Sport Sciences

This course will allow you to develop a critical, theoretical and practical understanding of sport, coaching and physical education, as well as knowledge of physiology, physical activity and health, skill acquisition, psychology and sport sociology.

You will develop teaching, coaching, academic and scientific skills, and apply your knowledge and understanding to sport, education, health and other contexts in state-of-the-art facilities.

You will take a series of modules which have been specifically designed to develop your research, vocational and employability skills, placing you in the best possible position to secure appropriate employment upon graduation.

You can also add practical experience to your CV by undertaking a placement year, while our Coach and Volunteer Academy provides you with the opportunity to work alongside elite athletes in a range of job roles and sports on campus.

The degree is likely to be of particular interest to those wishing to pursue careers in the fields of coaching, education, sport policy, physical activity and health promotion and/or allied professions.

Why you should study this course

The extensive range of high quality teaching facilities and resources within the School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences makes it an excellent place to study. You will have access to the very best facilities; including specialist teaching and research facilities.

CV-enhancing opportunities are built into the teaching and coaching strands of the course. These will help to enhance students’ pedagogical knowledge, skills and practice, as well as strengthen their professional profile and employability prospects
Teaching is informed by world-leading research and delivered by staff who are leaders in their field, helping to ensure that the theoretical knowledge you are taught reflects the latest understanding within the sector
You will have access to elite coaches on campus, as well as coaching accreditation and certification opportunities within and beyond the curriculum, providing opportunities for professional development
Loughborough University continues to make a significant contribution to sport, exercise, coaching and physical education in the UK as a centre of excellence in research in the biological, psychological and social sciences; as well as innovation in physical activity, health and wellbeing, coaching and sports technology
You will benefit from the School’s influence and standing within the sport, coaching, physical education and health industry to provide opportunities for vocational experiences that will enhance your prospects for employability.
Gain practical experience through the Coach and Volunteer Academy and Loughborough Sport’s Practitioner Programme, designed to provide a strong understanding of the performance sport landscape for those who are pursuing a career as a practitioner.
You will be assigned a personal academic tutor who is on hand to answer any academic queries you have, as well as having access to a wellbeing advisor, peer mentor scheme and the Student Wellbeing And Inclusivity department.
Our strong industry links help our students to advance their skills and add to their CV through placements with organisations including: Tottenham Hotspur Football Club, English Institute of Sport, Leicester Tigers, Southampton Football Club, Adidas, Leicester Diabetes Research Centre, Sherborne School and Wyke Sixth Form College.

What you'll study

The principal aim of our Sport Science, Coaching and Physical Education BSc (Hons) course is to provide a multi-disciplinary and practically-based approach to the contemporary study of sport, coaching and physical education, underpinned by both sport and exercise science, and critical social and health perspectives. Modules draw on the expertise of staff from a range of disciplines to ensure you develop a well-rounded knowledge of the subjects taught and the ability to apply your learning to real-world scenarios.

The information below is intended as an example only, featuring module details for the current year of study. Modules are reviewed on an annual basis and may be subject to future changes – revised details will be published through Programme Specifications ahead of each academic year. Please also see Terms and Conditions of Study for more information.

Semester 1 & 2

Compulsory modules

Academic, Research and Vocational Skills

The aims of this module are to:

support students' transition into and progression through university education by developing the core academic and vocational knowledge and skills required for their programme and future careers;
introduce the use of basic research methods relevant to students' disciplines;
enable students to become aware of and develop their academic, professional, social and personal skills through the Loughborough University Personal Best development programme.

Sport and the Social Sciences

The aims of this module are for students to develop knowledge and understanding of the underlying social science theories and topical debates that relate to sport, coaching and pedagogy and to acquire the necessary level of understanding to progress to more sociologically specific modules at Parts B and C.

Kinesiology, Growth and Development

The aim of this module is to examine the anatomical structures of the body and the ways that the muscular and skeletal systems interact during human movement, exercise and sport. In addition, the module will examine the physical changes that occur during the growth period in children. The implications of these changes on structure and function as they relate to sport, exercise and physical activity will also be discussed.

Fundamentals of Sport and Exercise Science

The aim of this module is for students to develop foundational knowledge and understanding of the core sport and exercise science disciplines of psychology, biomechanics and physiology.

Semester 1

Compulsory modules

Fundamentals of Sport Coaching

The aims of this module are for students to develop a holistic understanding of coaching and coaching practice, and to introduce students to evidence-based research and research-informed practice.