Sport Coaching (Hons) Cardiff Metropolitan University

Overview

The Sport Coaching (Hons) at Cardiff Metropolitan University provides a transformative educational experience for those aspiring to make a positive impact through physical activity. This degree combines rigorous academic study with extensive practical application to prepare graduates for diverse roles in the sporting industry. Students engage with real-world environments to refine their leadership and instructional capabilities.

Why Sport Coaching (Hons) at Cardiff Metropolitan University?

Students benefit from the Open Campus approach, which integrates hands-on learning with community engagement. The university provides access to state-of-the-art performance analysis labs, strength and conditioning suites, and specialist sport rehabilitation clinics. Teaching is delivered by internationally renowned researchers and expert coaches who bring contemporary industry insights directly into the classroom.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: GBP 16000 per year
• National fee: GBP 9535 per year

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

Modules may include:

• Professional and Academic Development
• Coaching Practice: Design and Delivery
• Understanding Sport Coaching Relationships
• Project-Based Learning
• Sport Coach as Educator
• Placement: Developing Personal and Professional Practice
• Coaching the Coach
• Placement: Sport Coaches as Agents-for-Change
• Final Project

Careers with Sport Coaching (Hons)

Graduates are well-equipped for professional roles in community, participation, and performance sport. Many alumni pursue careers as school sport co-ordinators, heads of sport, or physical education teachers. The programme also develops transferable skills suitable for management, recruitment, sales, and leadership positions within the police force or private sector.