Foundation Degree Sports Coaching
This highly applied course is for students wishing to develop a sound understanding of the key principles underpinning advanced sports coaching and performance analysis.
You will develop the skills required for effective communication, self-development and career progression making you ready for a career in sport, or progression to continuing higher education.
This course is delivered in partnership with the University of Salford who offer a top-up year to convert this course to a full degree. The university is located within easy travel distance to the College with good transport links, making accessing University services and facilities particularly convenient for students studying on our University of Salford provision.
Flexible work-based learning is central to all programmes of study. This concept is underpinned by the University’s Vision: ‘By pioneering exceptional industry partnerships we will lead the way in real world experiences preparing students for life’.
The University is located in three main areas of the city; at Peel Park, and Frederick Road, both a short distance from Manchester City Centre, and at MediaCityUK at Salford Quays.
Be sure to read our How to Apply - Hopwood Hall College page which will help you with any questions you may have and also details when you should apply by.
Apply through UCAS.
Foundation Degree Sports Coaching
This highly applied course is for students wishing to develop a sound understanding of the key principles underpinning advanced sports coaching and performance analysis.
You will develop the skills required for effective communication, self-development and career progression making you ready for a career in sport, or progression to continuing higher education.
This course is delivered in partnership with the University of Salford who offer a top-up year to convert this course to a full degree. The university is located within easy travel distance to the College with good transport links, making accessing University services and facilities particularly convenient for students studying on our University of Salford provision.
Flexible work-based learning is central to all programmes of study. This concept is underpinned by the University’s Vision: ‘By pioneering exceptional industry partnerships we will lead the way in real world experiences preparing students for life’.
The University is located in three main areas of the city; at Peel Park, and Frederick Road, both a short distance from Manchester City Centre, and at MediaCityUK at Salford Quays.
Be sure to read our How to Apply - Hopwood Hall College page which will help you with any questions you may have and also details when you should apply by.
Apply through UCAS.
Entry Requirements
80 UCAS tariff points which should include:
Successful completion of Access to HE
Distinction Merit grades in a Level 3 related subject
GCSE English and Maths at grade C/4 or above
Details
The course is made up of compulsory units, which all students undertake, that enable you to study particular areas in depth.
You’ll be taught via lectures, tutorials, seminars and practical sessions. Assessment methods include reports, essays, exams (anatomy & physiology), presentations, practical assessments in sports coaching.
COMPULSORY UNITS:
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Sports Coaching 1
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Sports Development
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Developing Academic and Professional Skills
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Talent Identification and Development
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Fitness Testing and Sports Training
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Anatomy and Physiology
YEAR 2:
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Applying Sports Coaching Pedagogy
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Research Methods
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Performance Analysis for Sports Coaches
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Applied Practitioner Skills in Sports Coaching
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Strength and Conditioning for Sports Coaches
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Introduction to Sport Psychology
FEES: £6,185 per year full-time
HOW TO APPLY: www.ucas.ac.uk
UCAS CODE: SP01
INSTITUTION CODE: SP01
Work Experience
Students not currently in employment, but with relevant work experience, will undertake placements during the course.
Progression
This course is delivered in partnership with the University of Salford who offer a top-up year to convert this course to a full degree. Accelerated progression onto other degree programmes is possible. Certain universities may give you exemption from units within related degree courses.
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