Postgraduate Studentships - Search for funding opportunities.
Postgraduate Studentships - Search for funding opportunities.
Study Details: PGCert Full-time 1 year, Part-time 2 years
As increasing significance is attached to both achieving lifelong physical activity targets and improved progression of talented athletes through to elite status, the necessity for highly qualified coaches and coaching for children and talented performers has never been greater. With an active passion for coaching, our course will allow you to focus on specific areas that interest you. You will be able to direct your learning towards your chosen coaching career goal from the very beginning, matching learning and assessment to the demands of your coaching. Through working with staff, participants and your peers, you will explore, bringing structure and add depth to your existing knowledge and skills. Making and defending your own professional judgements will enable you to plan, deliver and evaluate
Requirements:Applicants should either have at least a second class honours degree in the cognate subjects of Sports Science, Sport Coaching, Sport Development, Physical Education or Qualified Teacher Status, at least a second class honours degree in a non-cognate subject supported by evidence of an aptitude for the subject applied for, or have equivalent experience or training, normally from within the work environment.
IELTS:
IELTS 6.0 with no skills below
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You will graduate with an in-depth knowledge of coaching theory and practice, allowing you to work for a range of clients around the world. You could expect to excel in and apply for positions in community coaching, coaching in either private or publicly funded clubs and companies or governing bodies. With the opportunity to focus on research you will be well placed to progress into higher qualification or industry research roles.
Community Sport Coach
High Performance Sport Coach
Talent Development Coach
Coaching Co-ordinator
Core Modules
Understanding Expertise: Critical Self Analysis & Action Planning (20 credits)
Option Modules
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