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Course Overview

Description

  • Gain a major advantage by taking a foundation year as part of a four-year study programme to achieve your BSc (Hons) qualification
  • BA (Hons) Sports Coaching and Development with Foundation Year provides an opportunity for individuals who want a change of career or want to explore a new subject
  • Enjoy an exciting learning experience through specialist voluntary work placement opportunities
  • Learn from expert tutors who work with amateur and elite athletes in sports ranging from athletics and cycling to golf and martial arts
  • Make the most of our exceptional sports facilities in our specialist sports center

Through practical learning, this course aims to meet the growing demand – regionally and nationally – for sports coaches with strong practical experience and recognised qualifications.

Whether you'd like to coach athletes or promote the benefits of sport and exercise science to the wider community this practical course will help you to develop an understanding of the technical, physical, and psychological elements that affect participation.

You'll gain in-depth knowledge of the profession, ranging from promoting the entry-level sport to coaching elite performers. We cover the principles and practices for training, performance analysis, how to use sport as a catalyst for change within communities, and how to manage projects aimed at increasing physical activity and sport participation.

The course includes practical experience in real-world settings, from group coaching to individual performance development, ensuring you graduate as a confident and independent professional.

Entry Requirement 

Academic Requirements:

Requirement What we're looking for
UCAS points 72
Specific requirements at A-level

No specific subject requirements

Specific requirements at GCSE

GCSE Maths and English are preferred, however if you don't have these qualifications you will be able to undertake Maths and English at Level 2 as part of your course of study.

IELTS 6.0 (with at least 5.5 in each skills area)
Interview / Audition N/A
Portfolio N/A

Alternative entry qualifications:

  • BTEC - MMP
  • Pass Access to HE Diploma with 60 credits: 45 at Level 3 and 15 at Level 2

English Language Requirements:

IELTS: 6.0 (with at least 5.5 in each skills area)

Fees

  Full-time Part-time
UK

£9250 per year

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International/EU

£14045 per year

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This information was accurate on : 21/04/2021
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