Physical Education and Sports Coaching BSc (Hons)
University of Worcester
Key Course Facts
Course Description
Overview
Physical Education and Sports Coaching Science has been a popular, long-standing course here at University of Worcester. From 2019, you will have the opportunity to study both subjects across three years to prepare you for a career in either subject.
With our unique focus on inclusion you will be well prepared to be an inclusive practitioner and researcher, with opportunities to complete work based placements and independent projects in an area of your choice. This flexible approach means you can select modules that you are interested in which will make your degree individually tailored helping increase your employability prospects.
The course is delivered by a large team of highly experienced and enthusiastic PE practitioners and coaches who are committed to ensuring a high quality experience, which will provide you with the tools and skills to become effective and employable graduates. Throughout the course, you will have the opportunity to take supplementary National Governing Body Awards in a range of sports to help extend your knowledge and understanding further.
You will also have the opportunity to study abroad, spending a semester at one of our international partner institutions including those in the USA, Australia, New Zealand and Sweden amongst others.
The degree content is designed to ensure graduates have key knowledge of the delivery of all areas of the PE curriculum as well as the pedagogical practice needed to coach athletes across the spectrum of ages and abilities. After graduating, you will be in a strong position to apply for a Qualified Teacher Status course such as the Post Graduate Certificate of Education or embark on a Masters in Coaching Science, both of which are offered here at the University of Worcester.
Key Features
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Highly motivated staff with experience in all phases of education and across all levels of PE
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Opportunities to teach children from all key stages and ability levels
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Module options to suit your preference
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Top quality facilities including state of the art inclusive University Arena, 3G astro, sand filled astro, dance studio, outdoor educational site including Lake and outdoor activity centre, S&C suite and gymnasium
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Extensive volunteering opportunities to support elite tournaments, inclusive festivals, and sports camps
Learn more about the course at our Open Days
Visiting us is the best way to get a feel for student life at the University of Worcester. You'll find out more about the course at our subject specific talks, and have the opportunity speak to staff, students and recent graduates about what it’s really like to study at Worcester.
Book your place at www.worcester.ac.uk/open-days
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews for 166 graduates of Physical Education and Sports Coaching BSc (Hons) at University of Worcester for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Sports Coaching.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
All Sports Coaching courses of University of Worcester
Salary
Salary of Graduates of Physical Education and Sports Coaching BSc (Hons) at University of Worcester
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Physical Education and Sports Coaching BSc (Hons) at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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| Median salary | £20000 | £21000 | £25500 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £18000 - £25000 | £16500 - £24000 | £21000 - £29500 |
All Sports Coaching courses of University of Worcester
Salary of all UK Graduates of Sports Coaching
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £20465 | £20448 | £24818 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £17889 - £25004 | £15981 - £24541 | £19498 - £30391 |
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What You Will Learn
Programme content: As a student of Physical Education and Sports Coaching, BSc (Hons) you will study the following course modules.
Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
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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Current jobs
Job in line with future plans
Utilise skills from studies
Work is meaningful
Required skill level of job after 15 months
% Skilled jobs
Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Physical Education and Sports Coaching BSc (Hons) at University of Worcester
| 19% | Teaching Professionals |
| 15% | Sports and fitness occupations |
| 10% | Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation |
| 8% | Business and public service associate professionals |
| 8% | Therapy professionals |
| 6% | Administrative occupations |
| 5% | Caring personal services |
| 5% | Leisure, travel and related personal service occupations |
| 4% | Sales occupations |
| 4% | Elementary occupations |
Grading Distribution
Students of the course received the following grades
Entry Requirements / Admissions
Minimum Required UCAS Tariff
GCSE Maths and English, Grade C/4 or above also required.
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
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Qualification requirements
The University of Worcester accepts all qualifications within the Tariff, and normally looks for the equivalent of 3 A levels. More information can be found at http://www.worcester.ac.uk/journey/entry-requirements.html
Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 6.5
- All other courses
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- 4.5
- Foundation year
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- 6.5
- Graduate Degrees
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- 6.0
- Undergraduate Degrees
Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still be able to join Physical Education and Sports Coaching, BSc (Hons).
Costs
Tuition Fees Physical Education and Sports Coaching Science BSc (Hons)
| EU | £9250 | year 1 |
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| England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
| International | £13100 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
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, 2024
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 University of Worcester in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of University of Worcester in related subject specific rankings.
Sports Science
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- Sports Science
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 13 June, 2022]
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What students say about studying Sports Coaching in the UK?
About University of Worcester
The University of Worcester (UW) is a publicly funded research university, located in Worcester, England. Dating back to 1946 as an Emergency Teacher Training College, it was only in 2005 that UW received official university status. The university’s main campus is known as St John’s and is where most of the courses take place, although those related to business, computing, marketing and management are taken on by the university’s secondary campus which is known as City Campus.
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Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 13 June, 2022
- Criteria used in ranking -CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject:
- Entry Standards 26%
Student Satisfaction 26%
Research Quality 22%
Graduate Prospects 26%