Sport
Whether you have the skills to become a premier league footballer or represent Team GB in the next Olympic games, or maybe you wish to become a coach, personal trainer or sports therapist, our programmes will give you the experience required.
Learners who choose to study for qualifications in sport will gain experience in fitness testing, practical sport, anatomy and physiology, injury in sport, exercise and fitness instruction and planning and leading sports activities. As a Sport learner, you’ll have access to our state-of-the-art facilities at the Alan Higgs Centre, including 3G outdoor pitches, 4G indoor pitch, strength and conditioning gyms, 50 metre Olympic swimming pool and analysis rooms.
Real World Learning
Our state-of-the-art sports facilities at The Alan Higgs Centre are where you’ll develop your skills. An industry placement will give you a real insight into a career in sport, plus our connections with local clubs, teams, leisure centres, and other employers mean there’s plenty of opportunity to get involved in sporting activities and events.
Facilities
- We have access to great facilities including indoor and outdoor pitches, an Olympic-size swimming pool, sports courts and gym. We also have excellent Sports Education Programmes in collaboration with official college partners such as Coventry Tornadoes
Career Prospects:
- Fitness Instructor
- Professional Athlete
- Sport and Leisure Assistant
- Sports Coach or Instructor
- Sports Scientist
- Physiotherapist
- Sport Teaching Professional
- Health Associate Professional
- Leisure & Sport Manager
Sport Programmes
Please select the type of qualification you are looking for:
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Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport and Physical Activity (Sports Coaching)
Campus: City & Alan Higgs Centre Study Option: Full time -
Level 3 Diploma in Fitness Instructing and Personal Training
Campus: City Study Option: Part time -
Level 3 Diploma in Sports Massage Therapy
Campus: City Study Option: -
Level 3 AAQ in Applied Human Biology and Sport Sciences
Campus: City Study Option: Full time -
Level 3 AAQ in Sport, Health and Human Biology
Campus: City Study Option: Full time
We have excellent Sports Education programmes in collaboration with official college partners.
Learner Case Studies
Henry Quance
Henry Quance, a dedicated and talented student from the Rugby Education Programme at Coventry College, has achieved a significant milestone in his sporting career. He has been awarded a prestigious sports scholarship at St Bonaventure University in the United States, where he will join the men’s rugby programme. Henry spoke to us about the role of Coventry College in his development, and the support he received from both academic and coaching staff that helped him achieve this remarkable success.
Nick Nattress
Nick Nattress, a Sport Level 3 student at Coventry College, has been awarded a prestigious sports scholarship to join the men’s rugby programme at St. Bonaventure University in America. Nick spoke to us about how his time at Coventry College on the Rugby Education Programme has prepared him for his journey across the pond.
State-of-the-art facilities
Staff Profiles
Latest News and Success Stories
October 15, 2026
Sports Students Champion Inclusive Sport at West Midlands Championships
Level 3 Sports students recently supported the West Midlands Special Schools Sports Championships, organised by the Coventry Jubilee Rotary Club.
June 15, 2026
Coventry College Reintroduces Apprenticeships with Exciting new Employer Partnerships and a Renewed Focus on Quality and Priority Skills
Coventry College has announced the reintroduction of its Apprenticeship provision, marking an important milestone in the College’s continued journey of transformation.
May 30, 2025
Rugby Education Programme Excels at Portugal Youth Festival
The Coventry College Rugby Education Programme has once again proven its excellence on the international stage, delivering a stellar performance at the prestigious Portugal Youth Festival in Lisbon.
