Sports Development and Coaching (Hons)

Overview

Within this Sports Development and Coaching (Hons) BSc degree from Abertay University study the sciences that underpin sport – physiology, sociology, psychology and biomechanics – and gain a comprehensive understanding of sport coaching, social policy, sport development and social issues in sport and exercise more generally as you progress through this fascinating and hands-on degree.

Sport is an expansive industry, which is why this programme has been designed to reflect this diverse and changing employment market to incorporate  coaching, service provision, duty of care, as well as personal and community development. 

Practical activities and work placements will enable you to contextualise theory to real life applications – including volunteering with the Active Schools programme – and prepare for National Governing Body or industry qualifications and employment in sport. 

This Sports Development and Coaching (Hons) degree from Abertay University scored an incredible 100% for Overall Student Satisfaction in the 2020 National Student Survey.

Career opportunities:

There are many career opportunities available for well qualified graduates from this Sports Development and Coaching (Hons) programme offered by Abertay University, including: 

• Sports development officers in local authorities or individual sports 

• Physical activity development officers/coordinators 

• Sports administrators 

• Community coach 

You'll also find job opportunities in complementary occupations where leadership, motivation and communication are valued including police officers, firefighters, journalists, marketing executives, public relations officers, and youth workers. 

If you're interested in teaching as a career, this programme meets the requirements for entry onto PGCE courses. This degree will also provide appropriate underpinnings for further study at MSc or PhD level.