Diploma in Sport Coaching (R49)

Diploma in Sport Coaching

What You Will Learn

Become the professional coach behind tomorrow's athletes.

Jumpstart your coaching career with the Diploma in Sport Coaching (DSC), developed in consultation with Sport Singapore. Immerse yourself in the fundamentals of sport science, sport pedagogy, and professional coaching practices. This programme is your gateway to mastering the art and science of coaching, setting you on the path to become an exceptional sports coach.

  • Be trained in current sport technology and analytics to enhance your coaching practice
  • Learn the art of inculcating values through sport coaching
  • Gain work experience through a 20-week internship or an entrepreneurial project with a local or overseas organisation such as CoachSG, Ministry of Education, National Sports Associations, private clubs and academies such as BearyFun Gym, FootballPlus Singapore, Pacer Water Polo Academy, ProActiv Sports, Ready Steady Go Kids, and Scholar Basketball Academy

National Certification and Industry Recognition

Graduates from the Diploma in Sport Coaching enjoy direct waivers from SportSG for:

  • Foundational Sports Science (FSS)
  • Intermediate Sports Science (ISS)
  • SG-Coach Level 1 Theory

These are part of the Singapore Coach Excellence (SG-Coach) Programme.

In addition, you will be well prepared to obtain bizSAFE Level 2 certification. Arm yourself with additional certifications on top of your diploma for a head start!

This course was the stepping stone to my dream career as a Physical Education (PE) teacher. The programme not only honed my technical skills in classroom management but also nurtured essential soft skills like public speaking and critical thinking. As a double major student at National Institute of Education, I can confidently say that RP's sport coaching has laid a solid foundation for my journey towards inspiring and nurturing the next generation through PE.

Nigel Tan Jun Jie, 2020 Graduate
Currently studying Physical Education at National Institute of Education

General Modules

Discipline Modules

Select TWO modules from the list below:

Elective Modules

Customise your learning pathways by selecting ONE of the following options:

Option A: Select Elective Modules totalling 12 Modular Credits (MCs) from the List of Electives below and/or from the list of modules in applicable Minor Programmes

Option B: Select a Minor Programme

Option C: Select a CET-based Certificate programme and/or Elective Module(s) from the List of Electives below or from the list of modules in applicable Minor programmes (only for eligible students)

List of Electives:

Learn how you can customise your learning pathways here

Industry Orientation Programme

GCE O-level

Aggregate TypeRange of Net ELR2B2 for 2025 JAE Minimum Entry Requirements/Grade
ELR2B2-C 9 to 25
  • English Language: D7
  • Mathematics (Elementary/Additional): C6
  • Any one of the following subjects: C6
    - Biology
    - Biotechnology
    - Chemistry
    - Design & Technology
    - Electronics / Fundamentals of Electronics
    - Exercise & Sports Science
    - Physics
    - Science (Chemistry, Biology)
    - Science (Physics, Biology)
    - Science (Physics, Chemistry)

Nitec/Higher Nitec

Minimum net GPARelevant Qualifications
Nitec ≥ 3.5
  • NT18 Business Administration
  • NT19 Electronics & Internet of Things
  • NT39 Chemical Process Technology/ Chemical Process Technology (Biologics)/ Chemical Process Technology (Petrochemicals)/ Chemical Process Technology (Pharmaceuticals)/ Chemical Process Technology (Process Instrumentation)
  • NT45 Nursing
  • NT55 Fitness Training
  • NT58 Applied Food Science
  • NT69 Community Care & Social Services
  • NT84 Business Services
Higher Nitec ≥ 2.0
  • BS81 Early Childhood Education
  • BS84 Business Studies (Event Management)
  • BS85 Business Studies (Accounting)/Accounting
  • BS89 Business Studies (Sport Management)/Sport Management
  • BS90 Business Studies (Service Management)/Service Management
  • BS93 Community Sport & Recreation Management
  • BS98 Event Management
  • BS99 Human Resource & Administration
  • IT58 Biotechnology/Biochemical Technology
  • IT59 Chemical Technology
  • IT62 Paramedics & Emergency Care
  • IT79 Elder Care

GCE A-Level

Minimum Entry Requirements

For more details on admission using Singapore Cambridge GCE A-levels qualifications, please refer to this webpage.

Note:

Admission to RP is based on academic merit and subjected to available vacancies of our diploma programmes. Meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee that applicants will be offered a placement in the diploma programme. These requirements are set in place to ensure fairness to all applicants.

Career Opportunities

You can pursue a career in the following industries such as:

  • Education
  • Fitness
  • Sports
  • Uniformed Services

You can explore potential positions such as:

  • Allied Educator with the Ministry of Education
  • Fitness Instructor/Trainer
  • Sports Administrator
  • Sports Coach
  • Sports Official

Further Studies

The diploma is designed to meet the requirements for advanced standing in local and overseas universities. DSC graduates can apply to any of the local universities:

  • Nanyang Technological University
  • Singapore Institute of Technology
  • Singapore University of Social Sciences

DSC students can also enjoy advanced standing at various overseas institutions. For more information about university pathways, visit RP's Further Studies page.

Last updated on 04 Feb 2025