Covering practical and academic skills, this course offers a smooth transition to teacher training and roles in sport environments.Develop both practical and academic skills relating to sport coaching, teaching and education.Gain the knowledge you need to progress to teacher training opportunities such as a PGCE.Build practical experience by working with sports clubs, schools andor community groups.Be inspired by our enthusiastic and expert staff who boast a wealth of professional experience in the sport and educational arenas.Our course combines both the art and science of sport and education. It is specially designed for students who have an interest in sport coaching as a form of education. <br><br>This course has been created in consultation with key stakeholders from both the sports industry and the education sector so that it matches employers’ needs. You’ll engage with our extensive professional networks, including opportunities for work experience, coaching practice and industry-backed research.<br><br>Throughout your studies you’ll have the chance to put theory into practice. We have strong links with sports clubs, schools, colleges, community organisations and local authorities to help you deepen your understanding of the educational aspects of sport and the variety of career roles you could pursue. You’ll get involved in delivering sport sessions to groups of different ages and abilities.<br><br>You’ll discover a wide range of career opportunities when you graduate from this course – whether you decide to pursue your ambitions in sport coaching, in education or both.<br><br>You could also consider roles in broader areas such as physical activity co-ordination, sport and health development, fitness and recreation management, and health promotion – all areas where there is a strong demand for talented and forward-thinking new recruits.<br><br>If you want to take your knowledge of sport to the next level, this degree acts as a gateway to postgraduate education, with opportunities for you to progress to masters level courses such as our innovative MRes Sport and Exercise programme.