Program Overview

Introduction to the Sport, Coaching Sciences and Business BSc Program

The University of Birmingham offers a dynamic three-year BSc course in Sport, Coaching Sciences and Business, designed to ignite passion for sport, coaching, and business in a state-of-the-art environment. Under the guidance of experts, students transform their future with practical, transferable skills in applied coaching, sports event management, and marketing, emerging as innovative, collaborative leaders in their chosen field.

Course Overview

The program builds on the established Sport, Physical Education and Coaching Science BSc, providing a balanced program incorporating sport science, sport coaching pedagogy, and sport business modules. Core modules in sport business, management, and leadership build valuable career skills, while optional modules in years 2 and 3 offer significant flexibility to pursue interests.

Key Features

• Outstanding facilities and state-of-the-art Sport and Fitness centre
• Ranked 8th in the world for sports-related subjects (QS World Rankings, 2025)
• Gain professional experience through placements and partnerships with diverse external partners
• Learn from world-leading researchers and passionate experts in a cutting-edge academic environment
• Ranked 6th for research in the latest Research Excellence Framework (REF, 2025)
• Study Abroad for a year in Australia, Canada, USA, or other partner universities

Course Delivery

Learning is delivered through a range of methods, including lectures, small group seminars, computer-based learning, practical classes in both laboratories and the sports centre, and practical placements.

Teaching Methods

• Lectures delivered in modern, accessible facilities by passionate and engaging staff and guest speakers
• All lectures are recorded for easy revision; seminars offer focused, small-group topic exploration
• Practical classes are taught throughout the course in our school labs and Sport Centre
• Access unique facilities at the Sport and Fitness Centre, including Birmingham’s first 50-metre pool
• Gain valuable industry experience through placements and projects within real-life professional environments

Entry Requirements

To secure a place at Birmingham, students must meet general entry requirements as well as those specific to the course.

A Level Requirements

• AAB - ABB dependent on the number of preferred science subjects included
• Preferred subjects: Biology, Business Studies, Chemistry, Economics, English Language, English Literature, Environmental Science, Geography, Geology, Government and Politics, History, Human Biology, Mathematics, Physical Education, Physics, Politics, Psychology, Sociology, Sport Studies, Statistics

BTEC Qualifications

• BTEC Extended Diploma in science-related subject will be considered
• BTEC Diploma accepted in combination with an A level
• BTEC Subsidiary Diploma accepted in combination with two A levels

GCSE Requirements

• GCSE Mathematics, English, and a science at a minimum of grade 4/C

English Language Requirements

• TOEFL: 80 overall with no less than 19 in Reading, 19 in Listening, 21 in Speaking, and 19 in Writing
• IELTS: 6.0 overall with no less than 5.5 in any band
• Pearson Test of English (PTE): PTE 64 with no less than 59 in all four skills
• Cambridge English (exams taken from 2015): C1 Advanced - Minimum overall score of 169, with no less than 162 in any component
• Language Cert ESOL SELT (UKVI): B2 ‘Communicator’ with no less than 25 in each skill
• Trinity ISE II: Distinction all skills
• Trinity ISE III: Pass in each Skill

Fees and Scholarships

The University tuition fee covers the cost of tuition, examination, and graduation, and includes membership of the Guild of Students.

Tuition Fees

• £9,535 per year for domestic (UK) students for 2026/27

Scholarships

• The University offers a range of additional financial support for students through scholarships, bursaries, and other awards

Application Process

Applications for undergraduate courses at Birmingham are made online through UCAS.

Application Deadline

• 14 January 2026 for September 2026 entry

Career Opportunities

Our graduates are highly sought after, with Birmingham being the top UK university targeted by top employers.

Career Support

• Access to expert career advice and support during the degree and after graduation
• Opportunities to go on to study Postgraduate courses, including MSc in High Performance and MSc in Sport Business, Management, and Leadership

Related Courses

• Sport, PE and Coaching Science BSc

Student Experience

The University of Birmingham offers a unique and enriching student experience, with a range of accommodation options, exciting activities to get involved in outside of studies, and all the support and advice needed.

Accommodation

• A variety of accommodation options in the UK’s second city

Living in Birmingham

• A cosmopolitan city with a unique history and plenty to see and do

Student Support

• Committed to providing the best possible support to students, both before starting and throughout their time on campus

Campus Life

• A beautiful campus that is the place where our diverse community comes together to learn and socialise

Flexible Programmes

• Opportunities to combine subjects and shape your degree around your interests, whilst developing key skills for the world of work

Virtual Tour

• Explore our beautiful campus from wherever you are, getting a feel for the wide range of historic and modern spaces and state-of-the-art facilities.