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Master of Sport Coaching
Cardiff Metropolitan University
- Cardiff, United Kingdom
- 1 year
- English
- On campus
- Master
About the program
A three-year full-time Bachelor of Science in Sport Coaching taught in the School of Sport, Exercise and Rehabilitation on Northumbria's City Campus in Newcastle.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: no
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (2): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Apply concepts and methods in Sport Coaching to solve relevant problems. Develop competence in Introduction to Research
- Introduction to Sports Coaching. Present findings clearly and consider professional or research ethics.
Career outcomes
- Sports Program Coordinator
- Fitness Instructor (subject to certification)
- Recreation Officer
Curriculum
- Three-year full-time degree. Year 1 core: Academic and Professional Skills
- Introduction to Research
- Introduction to Sports Coaching
- Long Term Athlete Development and Child Development. Final-year core: SER UG Project
- Advanced Coaching Practice
- Enhancing Coaching Craft. An optional placement or study abroad year is available.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Honours degree
- Usually 2:2 or above
- In a relevant subject (or an equivalent professional qualification
- MBA also accepts management experience)
- Non-UK degrees are assessed by the Admissions team
- Some courses require an interview or portfolio
- IELTS 6.0 to 6.5 by course.
Accepted academic background
Honours degree, usually 2:2 or above, in a relevant subject (or a professional qualification, MBA also accepts five years of management experience), equivalence set by the Admissions team for non-UK degrees (country page: e.g. India four-year/three-year bachelor degree from a recognised institution), interview for some courses, portfolio for Art and Design
Language tests
- IELTS 6.0 (min 5.5 each) or 6.5 (6.5 reading and writing
- TOEFL iBT 6.0 others) depending on course
Documents you’ll need
- Completed Application
- Official Academic Transcripts
- Passport or Identity Document
- Previous Degree Certificate
- Academic References
- Statement of Purpose
How to apply
- Review the Sport Coaching admission requirements and the current intake deadline. Complete the application through the university application portal. Prepare academic transcripts and evidence of previous qualifications. Provide English language test results if required. Submit the supporting documents requested by admissions. Confirm the applicable application fee before submitting the application. Review any admission offer and complete the required acceptance steps. Prepare the appropriate student immigration application if necessary.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | £17,600 GBP |
|---|---|
| Application fee | £35 GBP |
| Deposit | £3,000 GBP |
Program details
| Campus | Cyncoed Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Cardiff School of Sport & Health Sciences |
| Department | Cardiff School of Sport & Health Sciences |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 180 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 2 |
| Scholarship note | Potential Cardiff Metropolitan University scholarship or funding opportunities may be relevant to Sport Coaching. Confirm the award, international eligibility, funding level, and application dates with the institution. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
May 2027
Apply by
15 Mar 2027
122 days leftProgram starts
September 2027
Apply by
15 Mar 2027
122 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 1 year.
The next deadline is 15 Mar 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is £17,600 GBP per year. The application fee is £35 GBP. The deposit is £3,000 GBP. The estimated living cost is £10,539 GBP.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.0 (min 5.5 each) or 6.5 (6.5 reading and writing, TOEFL iBT 6.0 others) depending on course.

