Sports Coaching (Top-Up)
Entry requirements
To apply for this programme, applicants will be required to hold a relevant Level 5 qualification (e.g. Higher National Diploma, Foundation Degree or Diploma of Higher Education) in Sport.
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About this course
The BA (Hons) in Sports Coaching (Top-up) is a one-year, full-time progression route from a relevant Level 5 qualification. The programme covers sports coaching and current issues in the discipline, as well as other key areas such as sociology of sport and sport psychology. It provides a broad study within both the development and performance domains of sport. Applying theory to practice is essential for all students within the course. Students complete a research project and work experience within their chosen area.
Students will become critical thinkers within the world of sport, developing theoretical and practical knowledge to apply to sports coaching. Students will also develop in key areas within the world of performance sport such as performance analysis, sport psychology and sports coaching. Students will develop skills in both qualitative and quantitative analysis and be able to effectively carry out research projects at a high level.
The BA (Hons) in Sports Coaching (Top-up) is validated by The Open University.
Modules
Modules Studied:
• Contemporary Issues in Sports Coaching
• Physical Literacy
• High Performance Sporting Cultures
• Professional Practice in Sports Coaching
• Individual Research Project - Sports Coaching
Assessment methods
The programme is assessed through the submission of coaching portfolio and sessions, written essays, reports and a series of project based practical assessments, a final project and the submission of a dissertation. Formative feedback will support student progression in both written work and practical work. Self and peer assessment in critique situations will be an essential element of all projects and the feedback from these will enhance student achievement and progression.
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