Sport Coaching and Physical Education
at University of Winchester
The process of coaching and teaching sport is highly complex. Sport coaches and physical education teachers require a deep understanding of numerous topics, which include skill acquisition, communication, leadership, teamwork, and technology. The sport industry is ever evolving, and our Sport Coaching and Physical Education course supports students to become expert practitioners who explore the science and art of coaching and teaching.
Course Overview
From the minute you start your degree journey with us you won’t be short of inspiration. Our lecturers are highly experienced practitioners and the facilities available to you are industry-standard, which include our own stadium complete with an eight-lane athletics track, an on-campus sports hall and laboratories kitted out with the latest analysis equipment. You also benefit from the professional input of a range of interesting motivational speakers. In the past, these have included coaches from the Welsh national football team and Premier League clubs, international rugby union players, and expert teachers from state and private specialist schools.
Central to the Sport Coaching and Physical Education course at Winchester is the belief that theory and knowledge are best learned through practice. When you study the underpinning theories of Sport Coaching Practice, you will do so within a practical framework contextualised within sport coaching physical education. Students will have many opportunities to explore coaching and teaching practices in the industry and local community through placements, which are great for networking and enhancing employment prospects.
Winchester Campus Life
Experience a transformational education that grows your curiosity, builds your confidence and gives you the skills you need to have a successful and meaningful career.
- Study in the beautiful and historic city of Winchester
- Provides a unique and enriching student experience
- Over 185 years of history
For graduates in employment and/or further study in England
Graduate Outcomes Survey 2025 HESA
University of Winchester
The University of Winchester is a renowned educational institution with a 185-year history of academic excellence. It is ranked among the Top 15 for graduates in employment and/or further study (in England, Graduate Outcomes Survey 2025, HESA). The campus offers a dynamic academic environment, providing a diverse range of postgraduate and undergraduate courses. Focused on providing excellence in teaching, class sizes are small, with the aim of giving you an outstanding student experience.
Located in the historic city of Winchester, this beautiful self-contained campus boasts a welcoming, community feel, offering first-class, sustainable facilities for learning, teaching and student life. Its convenient location is within easy walking distance to Winchester city centre.
Why choose the University of Winchester
Happiest place to live in the UK
Winchester was voted 2nd in the Rightmove ‘Happy At Home’ Index, 2023.
Safest university cities
In England and Wales, Complete University Guide 2023.
For graduates in employment and/or further study in England
Graduate Outcomes Survey 2025 HESA.
Entry Requirements for
Undergraduate:
Recognised International Foundation course from a UK institution. Postgraduate: Diplomë e Nivelit të Pare / Bachelor with a minimum score of 7
International Student Fees
You can find the applicable international student course fee for your chosen pathway study route listed below.
| Study Route | Tuition Fees (2025-26) |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | September – £16,700 |
| Postgraduate | September – £17,450 |
| Please visit University of Winchester website for full details of tuition fees. An additional £500 discount is applicable to anyone who pays in full prior to enrolment. | |
Scholarships at University of Winchester
Reach out to our admissions team for details about scholarships available to you.
