Your 2027 Prospectus
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Looking to get into a sports-related career as a coach, sports coordinator or physical education teaching assistant?
If you’ve got a passion for sports coaching and teaching in the sports sector, our BA (Hons) Top-Up Degree will further refine your skills- to kickstart a career in the fast-paced sports industry.
Take advantage of our industry-standard facilities, fantastic partnership experiences and meet like-minded individuals. This is your opportunity to deepen your understanding of sports coaching and PE at University Centre Leeds.
TYPICAL OFFER
Foundation Degree: Pass on the second year of a foundation degree in a relevant subject.
HND: Pass grade in a relevant subject.
International qualifications: International qualifications will be assessed against these criteria
IELTS: IELTS 6.0 with no less than 5.5 in any component.
Mature applicants: University Centre Leeds welcomes applications from mature* applicants who may not have met the academic criteria, but who can demonstrate a wealth of experience in their chosen field. Candidates in this category and otherwise are likely to be interviewed to assess their suitability for the course and may be asked to provide a portfolio of evidence to support their application.
*21 years and over at the start of the course
RPL claims: The course structure actively supports claims for Recognition of Prior Certified Learning (RPCL) or Recognition of Prior Experiential Learning (RPEL).
Part Time: Students for part time study are required to hold a full level 3 qualification or the equivalent experience in a relevant subject and will need to be working in the sector.
On the course, you’ll explore modules in sports business, digital education, philosophy and the opportunity to conduct and manage your own independent research project. You’ll understand what it means to be an effective coach, the importance of technology in coaching and education, and how to address complex business challenges in the sports and education sector.
To prepare you for a career in the sports industry, you’ll benefit from access to our excellent industry partnerships, the opportunity to develop real-world experience through practical placements as well as in-depth theory and applied learning on campus.
You’ll learn and collaborate with similar sports professionals, building your communication skills, creative problem-solving abilities, and critical thinking to make informed judgements and decisions.
This course is validated by Luminate Education Group
We're still accepting applications for 2026 entry. You can also start your application for 2027 on UCAS now, although applications for 2027 can't be submitted until September.
Select your college for more information on how to apply and the exclusive benefits available to you.
You'll build on your existing practical skills, explore more specialised topics and work more independently. Modules include:
Developing students to become lifelong-learners is central to the learning and teaching strategy for the programme and as such, all the learning and teaching methods across the programme are designed to encourage all students to take an independent approach to learning.
You will develop a range of academic skills such as: presenting, referencing, academic research and writing, In addition to other classroom or practical delivery based skills required by employers such as communication, planning, critical thinking, problem-solving, teamwork and the use of ICT.
Skills such as time management, leadership, communication and team work will be developed throughout the course and are fundamental to roles such as: a teaching assistant, a community sports coach and after school club coaches.
During your time on the course, you will be assessed through both written and practical assessment. Our assessment methods are tailored to simulate workplace assessment giving you the first-hand experience and skills needed to transition into employment.
Assessment methods include:
TYPICAL OFFER
Foundation Degree: Pass on the second year of a foundation degree in a relevant subject.
HND: Pass grade in a relevant subject.
International qualifications: International qualifications will be assessed against these criteria
IELTS: IELTS 6.0 with no less than 5.5 in any component.
Mature applicants: University Centre Leeds welcomes applications from mature* applicants who may not have met the academic criteria, but who can demonstrate a wealth of experience in their chosen field. Candidates in this category and otherwise are likely to be interviewed to assess their suitability for the course and may be asked to provide a portfolio of evidence to support their application.
*21 years and over at the start of the course
RPL claims: The course structure actively supports claims for Recognition of Prior Certified Learning (RPCL) or Recognition of Prior Experiential Learning (RPEL).
Part Time: Students for part time study are required to hold a full level 3 qualification or the equivalent experience in a relevant subject and will need to be working in the sector.
You’ll be one of the first to study at our new Mabgate Campus, located close to public transport and the city centre.
Our facilities are equipped with a specialist sports laboratory including a virtual reality suite, indoor and outdoor sports facilities, as well as a range of sports performance testing equipment.
Full facilities include:
Progression from this course may include further study at master’s level, PGCE, or employment in Sports Coaching or Physical Education.
You may choose to progress into sports coaching, at elite or community level, or focus your skills on physical education in educational settings.
Successful completion of BA (Hons) Physical Education and Sports Coaching (Top-up) will also allow for progression onto the Post-14 Education and Training (PGCE) - Professional Graduate Certificate in Education programme here at University Centre Leeds.
For the latest version of the programme specifications for this course please click here.
There are no additional costs associated with this course.
Applications are now open for 2027!
To apply directly to study at University Centre Leeds as an international applicant, please visit our 'How to apply' page and complete the steps.
You can also apply through UCAS.
For more information please visit our 'How to apply' page.
Applications are still open for 2026 entry through UCAS. Direct applications will open end of October.
Course fees for Undergraduates are £14,000 (GBP)
For 2027 Entry: Scholarship available £3,000 (GBP) all courses.
For 2026 Entry: Scholarship available £4,000 (GBP) all courses.
For more information about fees and scholarships, please click here.
Please see our entry requirements page for additional requirements as an international student
International students will study 5 additional hours on top of the regular timetable.
For more information about visa and immigration, please click here.
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