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Prepare for employment in the sports coaching and development industries with UWS’s BSc (Hons) Sport Coaching & Development.

This programme has been developed in consultation with sports industry partners to provide the knowledge and skills sought after by employers. The applied nature of this degree leaves you well-equipped to work in the promotion and development of sports, or in the teaching and coaching of sport.

Placement learning is a key feature of this course to develop practical skills relevant to the modern sport coaching and development industries. Students have undertaken placements with a wide range of sports coaching and development organisations in Ayrshire and beyond.

Entry Requirements

2026 entry requirements

Standard entry:
3 Highers at BCC including a science subject (Biology preferred) or Physical Education.

Widening access entry:
3 Highers at CCC including a science subject (Biology preferred) or Physical Education.

You will require a satisfactory criminal record check from Disclosure Scotland to show that you are suitable for this type of course. Contact Disclosure Scotland for details on the type you would need.