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HNC Sport & Exercise Science (Coaching Science) Blended Learning

Course Overview

Level: 4
Attendance: Full Time (FT)
Duration: 1 Year
Course Code: TFK5551
Start Date: September 2027
UCAS Code: C618

Code: TFK5551

Find out more about the course costs and Financial Support available, or contact our Undergraduate Admission Team for more information.

Blended learning provides the perfect combination of online/distance learning and contact day attendance, which is ideal for those balancing their studies alongside other professional or sporting commitments. This HNC programme enables a multidisciplinary study of sports science at a higher level. You will have the opportunity to develop your knowledge and skills within coaching as well as the sports science principals that underpin athletic performance.

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Course content

Renowned for our high-quality teaching, we ensure your learning includes online lectures, seminars and activities, as well as independent study. Learning will be largely online, with 5-7 contact days per year when you will be required to visit Loughborough College. During these contact days, you will be able to put theory into practice by utilising our sports science laboratories and practical facilities, where you will learn to develop your coaching techniques under the guidance of our expert staff.

Assessments include a range of essays, projects, presentations and reports. This diversity will allow you to experience various modes of academic and professional practice, developing your abilities and refining your skills in preparation for your next steps. We have an excellent support system in place, with tutors working closely with you both remotely and during contact days throughout the duration of your programme. They will support your development and track your academic progress to ensure that you achieve your best.

Entry requirements

48 UCAS points. GCSE Maths & English or equivalent required at grade 4 or above.

Modules

Year 1

  • Nutrition
  • Fundamentals of Sport & Exercise Psychology
  • Anatomy and Physiology
  • Professional Skills
  • Training Fitness and Testing
  • Coaching Practice and Skill Development
  • Community Coaching
  • Injury Prevention

Progression opportunities

Following the successful completion of this HNC Sport course, students will be able to progress on to either of our L5 Sport Degree courses at Year 2 point of entry. Once graduated, employment routes include sports development or coaching; both in professional and community sport, including elite level football clubs and academies.

Fee information

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.

Please click here for a full breakdown of our fees policy

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.

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