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Sport Degrees

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At USW, we have a strong sporting background, an excellent reputation for sport degrees, and impressive facilities for our students to study and train in.


Why sport at USW?

Industry standard facilities

Facilities including a full-size 3G pitch built to FIFA pro and World Rugby Standards.

Innovative technology

We use industry-leading technology including wearable GPS technology, high-end video analysis and athlete management equipment.

Strong partnerships

Exclusive partnerships with sport clubs, governing bodies and sporting unions, including the Football Association of Wales and Welsh Rugby Union.

Additional qualifications

UEFA B and FAW C coaching licences and multiple UKCC and WRU coaching awards are embedded into our coaching degrees.

Sport Courses

Advanced Performance Football Coaching - MSc

Designed with external partners, including the Football Association of Wales and Swansea City Football Club, the Masters in Advanced Performance Football Coaching provides the optimal combination of professional and evidenced-based academic training for coaches, heads of coaching, performance analysts, fitness coaches and all those associated with performance player pathways.


Community Football Coaching and Administration (Top Up) - BSc (Hons)

The unique and exclusive delivery route, run in partnership with the English Football League in the Community (EFLitC), allows students to study in the workplace.


Community Football Coaching and Development - Foundation Degree (FdSc)

The Foundation Degree in Community Football Coaching and Development provides the opportunity to gain an industry-recognised qualification, whilst studying at a Community Club Organisation and completing a comprehensive portfolio of work-based learning.


Football Coaching and Performance - BSc (Hons)

Prepare for a vibrant career in football with our course, offering broad opportunities to practice your craft within elite football environments. Develop your coaching with outstanding skills, learn to navigate the football industry, and become ready to fulfil your potential as a top-tier football professional.


Football Coaching, Development and Administration - BSc (Hons)

You will study a broad array of subjects, from coaching to business management and sports development, leading to excellent employment prospects in a range of professions. You will also study towards a FAW C Coaching Certificate, and we will support you in working towards your UEFA licenses.


Leadership in Sport - MA

Designed in close consultation with a range of industry partners


Rugby Coaching and Performance - BSc (Hons)

Rugby performance roles require graduates who are fit for purpose. That’s why our unique course provides extensive opportunities to practice your craft and experience elite rugby environments. Develop outstanding skills, learn to navigate the rugby industry, and become ready to fulfil your potential.


Sport and Exercise Science - BSc (Hons)

Turn your passion for sport and health into a profession with our Sport and Exercise Science degree.


Sport and Exercise Therapy - BSc (Hons)

Prepare to work in the medical, performance, sports and exercise industries with our accredited degree at the unique Sport Park Campus. Learn to diagnose and treat injuries, work first-hand with athletes, and come away with vocational awards throughout your degree.


Sport, Health and Exercise Science - MSc

This course utilises our British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (BASES) approved laboratories at our Glyntaff Campus and our state-of-the-art strength and conditioning and performance analysis suites at our Sport Park.


Sports and Exercise Medicine - MSc

The two-year online MSc Sports and Exercise Medicine course is aimed at professionals working in a sports clinic environment and is delivered by an innovative and experienced team who have an established international reputation in sports and exercise medicine.


Sports and Exercise Medicine - PGDip

This online course, run with the collaborative partner Diploma MSc is based on the specialist training curriculum developed by the Faculty of Sport and Exercise Medicine of the Royal College of Physicians. It therefore meets the highest standards for Sports and Exercise Medicine education and will enhance national and international employability.


Sports Business and Management - BA (Hons)

You’ll have the opportunity to develop specific business specialisms, which can be applied to the sport industry, such as marketing, event planning, finance/accounting and human resource management.


Sports Coaching and Development - BSc (Hons)

You'll explore the societal, economic, and environmental impacts of sports development, gaining a thorough understanding of policy, planning, management, and the delivery of sporting opportunities and initiatives.


Sports Coaching and Development - Foundation Degree (FdSc)

You’ll get practical experience of working within the sports coaching and development industry


Sports Coaching and Performance - MSc

The integration of theory and practice will enhance and develop your ability to reflect on current coaching practice, plan appropriate training programmes and critically analyse existing approaches to performance coaching.


Strength and Conditioning - BSc (Hons)

Prepare for a career in sports coaching with our Strength and Conditioning degree and gain the skills and techniques sought by elite teams.


Why the University of South Wales?

Top in Wales

for assessment in Sport Science (Guardian University Guide 2024)

  • The only university in England and Wales to offer a full-size indoor 3G pitch built to FIFA Pro and World Rugby Standard that guarantees training all year round. 

  • Our new specialist centre for strength and conditioning provides 12 lifting platforms for our students so an entire rugby or football squad can train together. 

Why the University of South Wales?

Top in Wales

for student satisfaction in Sports Science (Complete University Guide 2023)

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  • The only university in England and Wales to offer a full-size indoor 3G pitch built to FIFA Pro and World Rugby Standard that guarantees training all year round. 

  • Our new specialist centre for strength and conditioning provides 12 lifting platforms for our students so an entire rugby or football squad can train together. 


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Study in the heart of Pontypridd

Our Treforest campus is in the heart of the South Wales Valleys, with beautiful scenery and rolling landscape. There’s always something happening or new places to discover.


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