Budapest International College
BA in Sport Coaching
Budapest, Hungary
BA
DURATION
6 semesters
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2026
TUITION FEES
EUR 3,500 / per semester *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* EUR 150 - application fee
The BA in Sport Coaching is a three-year, full-time program designed to equip you with both foundational and advanced knowledge in your chosen sport, from basketball to figure skating. Over six semesters, you’ll gain expertise in coaching techniques, sports sciences, and practical application, all while building on your existing skills and understanding. By the end of the program, you’ll be prepared to work as a mid-level coach, with the option to continue your education in our MSc Sport Coaching or the HUSS PhD programs. With 180 credits and a focus on real-world coaching experience, this degree provides a strong stepping stone for a career in sports coaching.
Available Sport Disciplines
- artistic gymnastics
- basketball
- fencing
- figure skating
- football (soccer)
- handball
- judo
- swimming
- track and field (athletics)
- volleyball
What Makes Our Program Unique?
- study with and from members of national teams and European champions
- join a program like no other: get ready for the most immersive study experience in the world with extensive practice from day one till graduation
- master the art of coaching with in-depth, up-to-date knowledge while getting familiar with broad, adaptable coaching skills
Semester 1
- Injury Prevention and First Aid
- Anatomy I
- Selected Sport - Theory and Practice I
- Gymnastic Exercises
- Games in Training
- History of Philosophy
- History of Sport, Olympism
- Information Technology (IT)
- Elective I
Semester 2
- Anatomy II
- Biochemistry
- Introduction to Pedagogy
- Introduction to Psychology
- Selected Sport - Theory and Practice II
- Theory of Physical Education and Sport
- Communication
- Introduction to Sociology
- Elective II
Semester 3
- Biomechanics
- Physiology I
- Prevention and Rehabilitation
- Theory of Education
- Selected Sport - Theory and Practice III
- Field Practice I
- Motor Control and Movement Learning
- General Management Issues In Sport
- Statistics
- Elective III
Semester 4
- Physiology II
- Sport Pedagogy
- Sport Psychology
- Selected Sport - Theory and Practice IV
- Field Practice II
- Motor Development
Leadership Specialization
- Fundamentals of Economics
- Fundamentals of Marketing
- Leadership Psychology for Sport Coaches
Youth Coach Specialization
- Developmental Psychology
- Theory of Education
- Youth Developmental Sport Programs
Semester 5
- Nutrition
- Selected Sport - Theory and Practice V
- Field Practice III
- Training Theory I
- Introduction to Research Methods
- Thesis I
Leadership Specialization
- Specialities of the Selected Sport I
- Basics of Sports Economics
- Decisions in Sport
Youth Coach Specialization
- Athletes with Special Educational Needs
- Educational Psychology
- Specialties of Coach.Different Age-groups I
Semester 6
- Selected Sport - Theory and Practice VI
- Field Practice IV
- Fundamentals of Sports Analysis
- Training Theory II
- Sport Sociology
- Thesis II
Leadership Specialization
- Sport Management
- Specialties of the Selected Sport II
- Leadership models in Sport
Youth Coach Specialization
- Talent Education, Talent Management
- Family and School
- Specialties of Coach.Different Age-groups II
Once you finish the bachelor's program, you’ll be ready to dive into a range of exciting careers. Whether you’re working with sports clubs, public or private organizations, or coaching professional and amateur teams, the opportunities are endless. You could even specialize in training individual athletes and helping them reach their peak performance.