Modules

Year 1

Modules consist of fundamental practical and theoretical approaches to sports coaching. The coaching process, which includes planning, delivery, reflection, and various pedagogical approaches, will be introduced. In addition, you will gain knowledge of bio-psycho-social, which will help inform a broad understanding of the needs and wants of the individual or group. You will develop their discipline-specific study skills and professional practice. A key aspect is acquiring the necessary skills base and understanding the process of practical coaching in preparation for year two study, where these skills will be developed further. In addition, you will have the opportunity to gain a national governing body coaching qualification. 

Modules

Professional Skills in Sports Coaching - 20 credits

Foundations of Sports Coaching - 20 credits

Physical Development in Sports Coaching - 20 credits

Pedagogical Approaches to Sports Coaching - 20 credits

Foundations of Psycho-Social Principles in Sports Coaching - 20 credits

Motor Learning and Control - 20 credits

Year 2

Modules build on the fundamental knowledge gained in year one. You will develop competence in the coaching process, with an emphasis on the critical analysis of the pedagogical approaches and scientific principles underpinning practical coaching sessions. You will apply your knowledge to practical scenarios, enabling you to continue developing your professional skills and their application, particularly reflective practice and career management. In addition to this, you will further develop research skills and employability by exploring qualitative and quantitative approaches to research and a mandatory structured work experience module.

Modules

Sports Coaching Practice - 20 credits

Understanding Psycho-Social Development - 20 credits

Curriculum in Physical Education and Sport - 20 credits

Professional Practice in Sports Coaching - 20 credits

Strength and Conditioning in Youth - 20 credits

Research in Sports Coaching - 20 credits

Placement Year

There’s no better way to find out what you love doing than trying it out for yourself, which is why a work placement2 can often be beneficial. Work placements usually occur between your second and final year of study. They’re a great way to help you explore your potential career path and gain valuable work experience, whilst developing transferable skills for the future.

If you choose to do a work placement year, you will pay a reduced tuition fee3 of £1,250. For more information, please go to the fees and funding section. During this time you will receive guidance from your employer or partner institution, along with your assigned academic mentor who will ensure you have the support you need to complete your placement.

Modules

UK Work Placement– 0 credits

International Study/Work Placement – 0 credits

Final Year

Modules encourage independent and innovative approaches to the coaching process. You will further develop self-awareness informed by critiquing, synthesising and applying a range of appropriate information from scientific and non-scientific sources. Critical self-awareness allows you to enhance your coaching practice and develop a specialism in an independent research project. In year three, modules focus on contemporary issues, community participation, and high-performance pathways to further develop your employability profile. 

Modules

Project Development - 20 credits

Contemporary Perspectives in Sports Coaching - 20 credits

Promoting Sports Participation - 20 credits

Managing Athlete Careers and Performances - 20 credits

Advanced Sports Coaching - 20 credits

Independent Research Project - 20 credits