Sport Coaching and Sport Development (Top-Up) BA (Hons)
Staffordshire University
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 10 graduates of Sport Coaching and Sport Development (Top-Up) BA (Hons) and other courses in CAH25 at Staffordshire University for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in CAH25.
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Salary
Salary of all UK Graduates of
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £21824 | £16190 | £18405 |
25-75 percentile range | £18500 - £24973 | £11190 - £20190 | £13083 - £23405 |
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Course Description
This course is delivered by a highly motivated and well-qualified team of academics and practitioners who will support you in developing a critical understanding of key areas in sport coaching and sports development. You will learn about the fitness aspects of coaching and personal training along with social and contemporary aspects of sport from a UK and global perspective. Additionally, there is an exploration of the issues surrounding physical education is schools today which is especially useful for prospective teachers or coaches working in a school setting.
Led by our team of experienced educators you’ll develop your practical and theoretical competencies in both field and academic settings. This will help you to critically understand and operate within the sport industry setting.
A key aspect of the course is a one-day per week placement, where you’ll develop your skills through real life experience. Your placement will be highly valued by employers.
We have a wide range of placement partnerships in place, typically in the sports development, sports coaching, PE teaching and leisure club sectors. You’ll have the flexibility to make your own placement host arrangements, depending on your needs.
Throughout the course you will be developing a self-selected piece or work where you will either pursue an area of research of interest to yourself or develop a product that you have identified as needed within the sport industry. For most students this is the highlight of their educational achievements.
You’ll need to undertake a DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) screening -formerly CRB (Criminal Records Bureau) check - before going on placement.
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Sport Coaching and Sport Development (Top-Up) BA (Hons) at Staffordshire University
30% | Therapy professionals |
15% | Teaching Professionals |
5% | Sales occupations |
5% | Administrative occupations |
5% | Sports and fitness occupations |
5% | Leisure, travel and related personal service occupations |
5% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
5% | Caring personal services |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
This particular course
Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 4.5
- Foundation / Pathway Courses
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- 6.5
- Others
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- 5.0
- Others for specific English Language and undergraduate awards for overseas students
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- 6.5
- Graduate Degrees
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- 7.0
- Graduate Degrees Journalism
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- 6.5
- Undergraduate Degrees
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- 6.5
- Undergraduate Degrees Journalism and Media Studies
Costs
Tuition Fees Sport Coaching and Sport Development (Top-Up) BA (Hons)
England UK | £6350 | year 1 |
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Northern Ireland | £6350 | year 1 |
Scotland | £6350 | year 1 |
Wales | £6350 | year 1 |
Channel Islands | £6350 | year 1 |
Average student cost of living in the UK
Rent | £518 |
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
Supermarket shopping | £81 |
Clothing | £35 |
Eating out | £33 |
Alcohol | £27 |
Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
Transport within city | £17 |
Self-care / sports | £20 |
Stationary / books | £13 |
Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
Insurance | £51 |
Other | £95 |
Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
January 1, 2025
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.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
University Rankings
Positions of Staffordshire University in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of Staffordshire University in related subject specific rankings.
Sports Science
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- #38
- #50
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- Sports Science
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 08 June, 2023]
See all 15 university rankings of Staffordshire University
About Staffordshire University
Established in 1970, Staffordshire University offers students the opportunity to become a part of the diverse and lively city of Stoke-on-Trent, West Midlands. This university provides a rich experience in a variety of disciplines, including state-of-the art Specialist Technical Facilities, such as their Motion Capture suites for Biomechanics students, or the Simulation Hospital Wards for those in the Medical programme. International learners can also benefit from language support offered by the university’s designated teams, ensuring both a strong academic and social start.
List of 155 Bachelor and Master Courses from Staffordshire University - Course Catalogue
Student composition of Staffordshire University
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Total number of students enrolled at Staffordshire University by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 12255
- postgraduates:
- 1340
- Total:
- 13595
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Number of students enrolled in courses of subject “Sports Coaching”: Academic year - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
Where is this programme taught
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Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 08 June, 2023