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UndergraduateBachelor of Science (with Honours)UCAS: N876

Adventure Performance and Coaching

University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)
Thurso, Scotland
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4 yearsDuration
£16,950Per Year (Intl)
£22,500Avg. Graduate Salary
79%Satisfaction

Course Overview

Pursue your ambitions in business and management with the BSc (Hons) Adventure Performance and Coaching at University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI). Based in Thurso, Scotland, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time structure. Combine the skills and knowledge of an applied sports scientist with those of a modern adventure professional, on this unique and exhilarating course. Be part of a rapidly evolving sector where the development of over 21 Olympic adventure sports disciplines, as well as the demand for healthy active lifestyles, has brought about a drive for greater achievements in adventure sports and for the life-enhancing benefits of participation, informed by expert coaches and leaders. Join this expert-led course and let us prepare you to coach and guide the next generation of adventure athletes. International tuition fees are £16,950 per year, home/UK fees are £9,250 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with a median graduate salary of £18,000 within three years, and a 85% continuation rate.

What You'll Learn

Adventure Sport Physiology and Biomechanics
Outdoor Leadership and Risk Management
Coaching and Performance Development
Rock Climbing and Mountaineering Practice
Water-based Adventure Activities
Psychological Factors in Sport Performance
Applied Nutrition and Athlete Development
Adventure Sport Expedition Planning and Delivery
UCAS Code:N876
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

A-Level

CC

These must include either Science or PE

UCAS Points63

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic65.55.55.55.5

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£16,950

per year

Total Course Cost (4 years)£67,800

Home Student Fee

£9,250

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

💰 Graduate Salaries — University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£18,000£22,500£26,500
3 years£14,500£18,000£22,500
5 years£20,000£23,500£27,500

UK subject average: £25,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities

Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average

This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation 28% below UK average salary
This course
£18,000
UK average
£25,000
Salary 5 years after graduation Close to UK average salary
This course
£23,500
UK average
£25,000

Salary trend: ↑ up £5,500 from year 3 to year 5

Official Data

Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH17-01-06). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

65%Working
20%Work & Study
65%Professional Jobs
Official Data

Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

Student Satisfaction

Subject-level average

National Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only

Teaching on my course
79%
Learning opportunities
78%
Assessment and feedback
81%
Academic support
84%
Organisation and management
66%
Learning resources
92%
Student voice
79%
Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
45%

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

Estimated Data

Source: Subject-level average for this provider

2 Scholarships Available

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Carnegie Undergraduate Vacation Scholarship

University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) · Undergraduate

  • Available to all international students
  • For undergraduate study
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Thomas and Margaret Roddan Trust Bursary

University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) · Undergraduate

  • Available to all international students
  • Open to your course
University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)

About University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)

University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) offers Adventure Performance and Coaching as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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