Sports Coaching Science

Degree Overview
A degree in Sports Coaching Science at UCFB offers the perfect blend of scientific theory and practical coaching skills to help you thrive in the sports industry. You’ll dive deep into subjects like scientific coaching principles, psychology, and performance analysis.
 
You’ll gain an understanding of high performance coaching and the applied science behind shaping elite athletes in sporting environments. The course looks at how science and traditional coaching are merged, the psychology of performance and how to ensure the mental wellbeing of athletes.

Degree Content
BSc (Hons) Sports Coaching Science reflects the increasing use of statistics and measurements to develop players and athletes. Learn to develop a high performance environment, analyse performance and get the best out of your players.
 
Gain the practical skills to apply theoretical knowledge to elite coaching, unlocking diverse career opportunities with this hands-on degree. With access to state-of-the-art facilities, you’ll blend scientific insights with real-world experience from leading industry academics, equipping you to work with players and teams of all skill levels.
 
Studying at UCFB comes with a number of valued benefits to enhance your career and employment opportunities through our Employability and Career Planning provision.

Teaching Locations
UCFB Manchester Campus
• Exchange Quay



• Quay Plaza



• Belle Vue / Speedway



In addition to our teaching locations, we also use specialist facilities throughout the academic year as well as additional facilities where required.

Degree Specifications
University Campus of Football Business is an embedded college of the University of East London. All graduates will receive a degree from the University of East London.

Career Prospects
Career prospects for graduates of the BSc (Hons) Sports Coaching Science degree course at UCFB are diverse, ranging from coaching at grass roots to high performance level within your chosen sport. The course also provides students with the skills and competencies to rise to senior managerial roles within the sports business and coaching world due to the management aspect of the degree.

UCFB Employability & Career Planning Programme
Over 90% of UCFB graduates are in employment within six months of graduating, with 62% of those graduates working within the global sports industry.

At UCFB, your career starts from day one. Alongside your academic studies, our Employability & Career Planning programme supports your development, helping you build the skills, experience and confidence to succeed in the sports industry.

Through a range of tailored opportunities - including best-in-class industry guest speakers, Premier Events, and work-based learning - you’ll gain valuable real-world insight and connections. With ongoing career support and access to placements, you’ll graduate as a well-rounded, career-ready professional.

Score your dream job at UCFB.

UCFB is proud to be the first higher education institution in the world dedicated to the delivery of university degrees in the football and sports industries. Think specialist study in Multimedia Sports Journalism, Sport Psychology, Sports Business and Broadcasting, Football Coaching and more.

And the stats talk for themselves! An outstanding 90% of UCFB undergraduates find full-time employment within 6-9 months of graduating. 62% of those graduates are working within Football and Sport, and have worked at all 92 Premier League and English Football League (EFL) clubs.

UCFB has two campus locations in Wembley and Manchester. Picture expert lectures from industry experts, meeting new people equally as passionate about sport as you, and experiencing life in two of Britain’s most vibrant student cities and global sporting capitals… that’s what you can expect from UCFB.

So what are you waiting for? Register your interest today to unlock the experience of a lifetime.