Code: TBK1123
Sheffield Hallam University validates this highly practical Top Up Degree
in Sport Development and Coaching degree course and provides students with
the opportunity to learn the knowledge and practical skills required to pursue a
career in the industry.
Our flexible blended degree programmes offer the
perfect combination of online/ distance learning and contact day attendance,
which is ideal for those balancing their studies alongside professional or
sporting commitments or those who wish to study in a more flexible way
This programme enables the multidisciplinary study of sports coaching and
development across differing levels of competitive and non-competitive sport and
physical activity. You will gain an advanced understanding of core principles in
sports coaching, physical literacy, and practical coaching pedagogy.
In your final year, you’ll design and carry out an individual research project and study in-depth issues in sport and exercise science in a subject area of your choice. You will also complete more in-depth modules exploring the key areas of interdisciplinary approaches to sport and exercise science.
With many practical and hands-on learning experiences, your contact days will involve hands-on learning in our specialist practical facilities.
Our highly experienced industry experts and academics will guide you through your learning, including lectures, seminars, online activities, practical activities, laboratory skills, peer-group learning and independent study.
You will undertake various assessments, including professional discussions, practicals, portfolios, consultations, essays, and presentations.
Successful Completion of HND or Level 5 programme in a related discipline. We
accept students directly into year three of this course who have completed a
relevant HND/ Foundation degree. For 25/26, students will be admitted in year 2
who have successfully completed an HNC/ Cert HE in a relevant subject area. If
you wish to enter at year one, you will be required to complete the HNC
Sport & Exercise Science- Coaching Science Pathway, upon successful
completion of this, you will be eligible to enter year 2 of this
course.
GCSEs or equivalent in English Language and Maths at grade 4/C or
above.
Following completion of this course, students may apply to study at the
master’s (MSc/MA) level or look to gain employment within the sport science
industry or other graduate roles.
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