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Learn through sport, science and practice

The sport industry needs skilled professionals who can coach athletes, improve performance, support rehabilitation and apply scientific principles to help people achieve their goals.

Whether you're interested in sports coaching, sports therapy, strength and conditioning, sports nutrition or sport and exercise science, our courses combine practical learning with industry-relevant experience to help you build the skills and confidence for a career in sport.

You'll learn in specialist facilities, gain hands-on experience and develop practical skills that can be applied across a wide range of sport, health and performance settings.

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Explore our sport degrees

From sports coaching and education to sports therapy, strength and conditioning, sports nutrition and sport and exercise science, our courses are designed to help you build practical skills and industry experience for a range of careers in sport and performance.

Explore the courses below, compare your options and apply online when you're ready.

Sports Therapy BSc (Hons)

Want to work with professional athletes or treat patients in a sports injury clinic? This specialist course will arm you with advanced practical sports therapy skill…

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Sports Coaching and Education BA (Hons)

Our sports coaching and education degree is designed to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the relationship between sport and education,…

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Strength, Conditioning and Sports Nutrition BSc (Hons)

Do you aspire to become a strength and conditioning coach? Accredited by the NSCA, this course combines theory and practical work in str…

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Sport, Coaching and Fitness BSc (Hons) Top-up

‘Top up’ your existing qualifications for a full BSc (Hons) degree on our one-year Sport, Coaching and Fitness course. Build on your knowledge by…

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Sports Therapy BSc (Hons) Top-up

‘Top up’ your existing qualifications for a full BSc (Hons) degree on our one-year Sports Therapy course. Hone your existing practical skills through treating…

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Strength, Conditioning and Sports Nutrition BSc (Hons) Top-up

‘Top up’ your existing qualifications for a full BSc (Hons) degree on our NSCA-accredited one-year Strength, Conditioning and Spo…

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"What the University offered to support me in my career was something every athlete would love to have. It was a massive boost to me personally, financially and in terms of facilities. I would definitely recommend this course for anybody interested in a career in sport."

Sadam Koumi, sports graduate Olympic runner and recipient of the University's Sports Excellence Scholarship

Why study sport at UCB?

Student satisfaction

We came third in the UK for overall student satisfaction among universities in the National Student Survey 2026 (when taking the average score for student satisfaction for each of the 26 questions in the NSS). We scored above the sector average in all seven themes measured by the survey, from teaching and academic support to learning resources and student voice.

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We're serious about placements

We don't just talk about getting you career-ready, we make it happen. We are one of the UK's largest placement providers, and our sport courses offer optional placements to help you build industry experience and develop your professional skills in real-world settings.

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The best expertise. The best facilities.

Learn from experienced lecturers with professional backgrounds in sport, including sports therapy and coaching at elite level.

We have also invested £300 million in facilities across the university, including our Human Performance Centre, sports laboratories and sports therapy clinic.

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Industry-relevant learning

Our sport courses give you plenty of opportunities to work with clients, athletes and industry partners, combining theory with practical experience in real-world settings.

This can help you develop skills for a wide range of careers across coaching, therapy, performance, fitness, health and education.

Support that goes further

From scholarships and financial support to wellbeing, academic and careers guidance, UCB offers a wide range of support to help you make the most of university life and stay focused on your goals.

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A city that has it all

Study in Birmingham, one of the UK's most exciting cities. With nearly 40% of the population under 25, there's always something happening, from amazing food spots and shopping to live music, festivals, sport and nightlife. Plus, with London less than 90 minutes away by train and opportunities from leading employers across the city, Birmingham is the perfect place to study, explore and kick-start your future.

Being in Birmingham

£6,000 financial support

£6,000 in real money, not discounts. Our Cost of Living Allowance helps full-time UK undergraduates cover everyday costs, from food and bills to travel and gym memberships.

It’s yours to spend how you like, you don’t pay it back, and it’s on top of Kick-Start, scholarships and other support.

To receive the £6k, you need to be a full-time UK undergraduate and paying your tuition fees through a student loan. It is extra support to help make student life a little easier.

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Community and support

Our diverse and inclusive community will help you build friendships, discover new interests and make the most of university life.

You'll also have access to award-winning support throughout your studies, from academic skills and careers guidance to health, wellbeing and disability support. Whatever your goals, we're here to help you succeed.