Start Dates:
- September 2024
Level:
6Mode of Attendance:
- Full Time
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With the aim of preparing you for a successful career in coaching, coaching support, coaching management or teaching, this three-year degree programme combines practical coaching with the academic theory of fundamental concepts within coaching, sports science and teaching. You will develop your practical and contextual knowledge, and reflect on and evaluate your own coaching behaviour by putting theory into practice through applied studies, placements and assessments.
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Key Facts
Course
Content
Coaching practice constitutes a large proportion of this programme, providing you with the opportunity to gain feedback from experienced, professional coaches. You will also be required to conduct your own research project, allowing you to explore a particular area of personal interest in the coaching field.
The course uses a range of learning strategies, including lectures, seminars, practical sessions, workshops, online activities and peer-group learning. You are also encouraged to become an independent, self-motivated learner.
Assessments include exams, essays, projects, presentations and reports. Such diversity allows you to refine various academic and professional skills to prepare for your next steps. An Academic Tutor will work closely with you throughout the duration of your programme, supporting your development and tracking your academic progress to ensure that you maximise your potential.
Modules
YEAR 1
- Fundamentals of Coaching Practice
- Introduction to Sport and Exercise Psychology
- Sociology of Sports Coaching
- Research and Academic Skills for Coaches
- Introduction to Practical and Theoretical Considerations in Sports Coaching
- Injury Prevention
- Foundations of Sport and Exercise Science
- Principles of Teaching and Coaching
YEAR 2
- Employability and Coaching Placement
- Coaching Special Populations
- Research Methods
- Pedagogy in Sport and Physical Education
- Contemporary Issues in Sports Coaching
- Acquiring Movement Skills
- Issues in Sport and Exercise Psychology
- Strength and Conditioning
- Sport and Exercise Physiology
- Biomechanics of Sports Injuries
- Nutrition for Sports Performance
- Sports Development in Practice
- Physical Activity and Health Promotion
- Talent Identification and Development
- Research Project
- Coaching Practice and Mentorship
- Advanced Coaching Principles
- Physical Education and Teaching
- Applied Strength and Conditioning
- Applied Performance Analysis
- Applied Sports Psychology
- Advanced Topics in Sports Biomechanics
- Issues in Health and Elite Sport
- Advanced Topics in Exercise and Health Physiology
- Performance Nutrition
- Advanced Topics in Physical Activity and Health
- Sports Policy and Governance
- Advanced Topics in Exercise Psychology
- Performance Physiology
Entry
Requirements
GCSE or equivalent English Language and maths at grade 4/C or above.
Progression
Opportunities
Following completion of this course, many students apply for PGCE or teacher training programmes, or to study at master’s (MSc/MA) level. Others have gained employment at professional clubs, in international coaching or National Governing Body programmes.
Course Costs
Programme Costs (Per Year):
Full Time (FT):
- UK / EU Residents: £8,950
- Non EU: £12,500
The fees and information stated on this page are for the 2024/25 academic year and may change for the 2025/26 academic year. We will update fee and course information for 2025/26 as soon as it is available.
You may have to pay additional costs during your studies. A summary of the costs that you may be expected to pay, and what is included, while studying a course within the sports department are listed below:
- DBS checks, where required, are included in the fees.
- The cost of all assessments at first attempt are included in your course fees, but if you do not pass at first attempt, you will be responsible for resit fees at a cost of £40 per module.
- Field trips are available throughout your programme. Whilst these are not compulsory to complete the degree programme, where a field trip is present costs are normally covered but you are expected to make a contribution towards food, which varies depending on duration of the trip.
- The department runs a number of additional visits/ workshops/ qualifications for which students are not usually asked for payment. A refundable deposit may be required which is normally around £20. The deposit is refunded upon attendance/ successful completion of the course. There may be some food and drink costs and you should budget for day trips, which will vary depending on duration and venue.
- All work is electronically submitted, however you will need to provide a printed copy of your final dissertation and a poster. The estimated cost for this is around £20-£25 per student in the final year.
- You are required to purchase departmental kit for practical activities associated with your course (e.g. coaching, lab sessions, fitness testing). The price will be around £30-£100 depending on items ordered.
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Find out more about the course costs and Financial Support available, or contact our Undergraduate Admission Team for more information.
Disclaimer
Whilst every effort is made to ensure that the information contained on this website is correct, the College accepts no liability for any errors or omissions. Please note that details are subject to change without notice with regard to the provision of courses, course times and dates and the fees and charges levied.