Sports Coaching BSc (Hons)

Indulge your passion for sport and physical activity. Gain a deep understanding of sport-related psychology and physiology. Specialise in sports coaching theory and practice, opening up a path to a wide range of sport-related careers.

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Overview

This course develops hands-on practical skills as well as academic rigour. During the first year, you’ll be introduced to sport and exercise related psychology, physiology, anatomy, coaching and motor skills. You’ll also be encouraged and supported to obtain National Governing Body Coaching Awards, opening up great opportunities when you graduate.

Why us?

This course has 100% Overall Satisfaction according to the National Student Survey 2018
This course is endorsed by The British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences
Provides students with the requisite skills and experience to work with sports people of all ages and at all levels
The opportunity to apply to the Elite Bursary Scheme
Our Sports Science courses were ranked 3rd overall in the UK in the 2018 UK Engagement Survey
The University of Sunderland was ranked 12th in the Courses and Lecturers category of the Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2019

Developing your practical experiences in front of groups and individuals is an important component of this course, thus a significant part of it will be based in our multi-million pound sports facility at CitySpace, or with members of the sporting community
91% of our BSc (Hons) Sports Coaching students are in employment or further study within six months of graduating, according to DLHE 2015/16 (based on UK students)
Our Sports Science courses were ranked 3rd in the UK for Assessment and Feedback, 3rd in the UK for Retention and Progression, and 3rd in the UK for Employability in the 2018 UK Engagement Survey

Course structure

Our teaching methods are designed to develop both your knowledge and also skills that enhance employability. Methods include small group work, practical activities, workshops, lectures, tutorials, computer-based learning, presentations and independent learning.

There are also on-going assessments for feedback and consolidating your learning. Assessment methods include essays, reports, practical work and presentations.

You can also choose modules which can result in PD:Approval accredited Personal Trainer and Exercise Referral awards at no additional cost.

Year 1 (national level 4):

Academic and Professional Skills (20 credits)
Introduction to Sport and Exercise Anatomy (20 credits)
Introduction to Sport and Exercise Physiology (20 credits)
Introduction to Motor Skills (20 credits)
Introduction to Coaching Leadership (20 credits)
Introduction to Sport and Exercise Psychology (20 credits)

Some modules have prerequisites. Read more about what this means in our Help and Advice article.

Year 2 (national level 5):

Core modules

Research Design and Analysis (20 credits)
Motivating Physical Activity (20 credits)
Physiology of Fitness and Training (20 credits)
Theory and Practice of Sports Coaching (20 credits)
Growth and Child Development (20 credits)

Optional modules - choose one

Injuries and Rehabilitation (20 credits)
Exercise Testing and Prescription (20 credits)

Final year (national level 6):

Core modules

Dissertation (20 credits)
Developing Excellence in Sports Coaching (20 credits)
Adaptive Physical Activity (20 credits)
Sport Psychology (20 credits)

Optional modules - choose two

Sport and Exercise Physiology (20 credits)
Sport and Exercise Nutrition (20 credits)
Strength, Conditioning and Prehabilitation (20 credits)
Exercise for Special Populations (20 credits)

Facilities

Sunderland's outstanding facilities include laboratories with the latest fitness equipment and technology.

Entry requirements

Our typical offer is

GPA 3.0 or above from High School Diploma along with one of the following at the required grade - SAT I and SAT II, ACT or Advanced Placement

If your qualification is not listed above, please contact the Student Administration team at admissions@sunderland.ac.uk for further advice.

We also require three passes at GCSE grade C or above, which must include Mathematics and English Language, or an equivalent qualification, for example; a minimum of Level 2 Key Skills in Communication and Application of Number. If you have studied for a new GCSE for which you will be awarded a numerical grade then you will need to achieve a grade 4 or above.

If English is not your first language we will require an International English Language Testing System (IELTS) with an overall score of 6.0 and at least 5.5 or higher in each component: reading, writing, listening and speaking. An alternative approved Secure English Language Test (SELT) can also be considered if the applicant's element scores are equivalent to those required for IELTS.

Fees and finance

The annual fee for this course is:

£9,250 if you are from the UK or EU
£12,000 if you are from outside the EU

If you are not sure whether you qualify as a UK, EU or international student, find out more in our Help and Advice article.

Take a look at the Your Finances section to find out about the scholarships and bursaries that may be available to you.

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Career ready

Potential employers for graduates of this course include national sports associations, sports and leisure companies, recreation services, local authorities, health bodies including the NHS, schools and colleges.

During the course, you will be encouraged and supported to obtain National Governing Body Coaching Awards to support future development in the area. This will allow you to develop the skills required to become an effective coach across a range of activities.

PD:Approval qualifications

Sport and Exercise Sciences now has accreditation from PD: Approval, the national endorsement body for Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs), to award vocational qualifications (related to the health and fitness industry) to students who successfully complete specific modules.

University level	Main module mapped to	Vocational qualifications
5	Exercise Testing and Prescription	Level 3 Personal Trainer
6	Exercise for Special Populations	Level 3 Exercise Referral Instructor

Career options

Job roles include the following (some require further training):

Sports coach/instructor
Sports and exercise psychologist
Fitness centre manager
PE teacher

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Contact

Contact the Student Helpline for further information about studying at the University of Sunderland:

0191 515 3000

student.helpline@sunderland.ac.uk

View Programme Specifications for the Faculty of Health Sciences and Wellbeing.

Page last updated: 21 February 2020

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Overview

Why us?

Course structure

Year 1 (national level 4):

Year 2 (national level 5):

Core modules

Optional modules - choose one

Final year (national level 6):

Core modules

Optional modules - choose two

Facilities

Entry requirements

Fees and finance

Career ready

PD:Approval qualifications

Career options

Meet the team

Related courses

Contact

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