Sport Coaching

A Brighton Sport Coaching degree will prepare you to develop a career in areas of sport including professional coaching, social development and community programmes, consultancy and support, personal training and life coaching.

Brighton offers the opportunity to specialise and focus your studies on sport coaching with development, performance or with youth sport and physical education.

The course is endorsed by the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA) – the professional development body for the UK’s sport and physical activity sector. CIMSPA endorsement confirms that the course meets industry standards and will provide you with the knowledge and skills that employers have identified as most valuable.

You’ll be part of a community that helps you grow, no matter what your background. The course is packed with opportunities to gain real-world experience, including an optional paid placement year, coaching in the community and field trips, plus hands-on experience throughout your degree in our extensive sport facilities. Our inclusive approach to learning will help you go further; we’ll make sure you play to your strengths and learn in ways that suit you best.

Brighton graduates have roles with private, public and professional sports bodies as well as in community coaching. They are now working for organisations including Sussex Cricket, The Lawn Tennis Association and England Hockey.

Top reasons to choose this course
• Endorsed by the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA).



• Sport courses at Brighton have received the 3-star ‘Enhancing’ grade for quality from CIMSPA. 



• Option to specialise and graduate with a Sport Coaching award with Development, with Performance or with Youth Sport and Physical Education.



• Placement opportunities give you the chance to gain valuable experience and make industry connections.



• Practical coaching experience throughout your degree.



• Choice of option modules to tailor the course to your interests and career aspirations.



• Learn in our extensive on-site sport facilities.



• Learn with coaching experts and innovative researchers.



• Brighton is 8th in the UK for sport science courses – Guardian University Guide 2025.



Why Brighton is a great place to study Sport Coaching
Brighton is less than an hour from central London, and Brighton & Hove Albion FC’s stadium is right next door to the Falmer campus where you’ll be studying. The city hosts the UK’s third largest marathon and was chosen as a host city for the Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025.

Brighton is named one of the best cities on the planet and the third best city in the UK by Time Out.

At Brighton, you'll study in a way that prepares you for your future. Through practical, hands-on learning, you'll graduate with confidence to kick-start your career. Work experience is guaranteed through placements on every course, and other opportunities like study abroad and working on real-world projects will make your CV stand out. Almost 9 out of 10 of Brighton’s UK graduates are working or studying just 15 months after finishing their course (Graduate Outcomes, 2025). And you'll be supported throughout, with Brighton's lifelong career support.

Brighton is a place where everyone belongs, and has been rated one of the most inclusive cities in the world (TimeOut 2025). The music and arts scene is up-and-coming, and the city hosts a full schedule of entertainment and events year-round. In fact, it's the number one creative city in the UK, making it a great place to live and study.

The University of Brighton doesn't just want you to succeed, but to feel good too! From their flexible admissions process to academic and wellbeing support networks, Brighton will help you smoothly transition to university. You’ll be invited to Belong at Brighton events to ensure you have the best start to university. You might also be eligible for elements of their award-winning Brighton Boost support package, including up to £1,000 to help with the cost of halls, travel, equipment and more - head to their website to see what you could get.

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