Sport Science - specialising in Coaching Science
Entry requirements
A level
48 UCAS points with 2 A levels
Over 48 UCAS points needed , please contact the provider.
HNC (BTEC)
HNC is required if applying for the HND
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
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About this course
This course is designed to support you with progression into relevant areas of Sports coaching , or onto degree level study . This qualification allows learners to take their first steps into Higher Education at HNC level 4 in the first year , and HND level 5 in the second year of study.
Throughout the course you will study a variety of modules which focus on developing new skills through real life situations in order to prepare you for a successful career in Sports coaching . Upon completion students will be eligible to progress to the BSc (Hons) Sports Performance and Coaching top -up degree
Modules
Year 1:
Community Coaching
Lifestyle coaching
Nutrition
Anatomy and Physiology
Coaching practice and skills Development
Fundamentals of Sport and exercise physiology
Training , Fitness ,Testing
Professional skills
Year 2 :
Advanced Coaching
Talent identification and Development
Innovation in Coaching
Performance Analysis
Psychology for Performance
Research Project
Work Experience
Assessment methods
Practical assessments
Written coursework and work books
Presentations
Internally assessed exams
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