Course Overview

This programme aims to provide a contemporary leading-edge academic and professionally relevant Doctorate for the international community of sports coaching practitioners and scholars. Potential career progression routes include sports coaching, coach education, coach development and Higher Education lecturing.

General Eligibility

Applicants will be expected to hold a first-class or 2:1 BSc/BA (Hons) in an appropriate sports-related degree. In exceptional circumstances, candidates with considerable relevant (coaching) experience who do not hold an undergraduate degree will also be considered for entry. Each applicant will be required to attend an interview about their suitability.

Part Time Work Details

20 hours of work permits weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

• Academic IELTS 6.5 overall in all elements, or equivalent.

  TOEFL IBT

  Overall - 72

  Reading - 18

  Speaking - 20

  Listening - 17

  Writing - 17