Sports Coaching Science BSc (Hons)
UCFB
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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UCFB Manchester

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3 Years

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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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UCFB Manchester

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**Course Aims and Learning Outcomes**The main educational aims of the course are to: • Prepare students for a variety of careers in sports coaching science, education and performance analysis.• Provide students with a detailed knowledge of the industry contexts in which sports science and coaching takes place.• Enable students to develop the communication, analytical and problem-solving skills demanded for career advancement in a variety of settings.• Develop students’ understanding of ...Read more


Course Aims and Learning Outcomes

The main educational aims of the course are to:
• Prepare students for a variety of careers in sports coaching science, education and performance analysis.
• Provide students with a detailed knowledge of the industry contexts in which sports science and coaching takes place.
• Enable students to develop the communication, analytical and problem-solving skills demanded for career advancement in a variety of settings.
• Develop students’ understanding of contemporary approaches to evidence based practice in sports coaching science.
• Develop students’ understanding of, and experience in, the application of sports coaching science skills and techniques.
• Provide students with opportunities to engage with the sports coaching science industry throughout the course, utilising distinctive delivery locations and professional relationships.What students will learn:


Knowledge


• Analyse the varied external environments in which sports coaching science takes place.
• Evaluate core coaching and sport scientific concepts and their application in different sports and performance settings.
• Evaluate techniques for coaching and the application of sports science in community, talent and high performance contexts.
• Evaluate and apply various skills relevant to a multi-disciplines of sports science within in a coaching setting.
• Develop applied skills in a range of coaching environments.


Thinking skills


• Engage in critical thinking, analysis, synthesis and decision making to solve problems.
• Solve problems concerning coaching and sport science contexts.
• Apply existing frameworks to new contexts and situations.
• Explore professional knowledge in new environments.


Subject-Based Practical skills

• Apply relevant legislation and ethical frameworks to the planning and delivery of sports coaching sessions.
• Critically analyse the role and responsibilities of sports coaches.
• Demonstrate awareness of multi-disciplines of sports science within coaching practice.


Skills for life and work (general skills)

• Demonstrate effective leadership skills in a coaching context.
• Communicate information clearly and coherently in a range of forms relevant to intended audiences.
• Work harmoniously and productively with others to achieve shared outcomes.
• Manage time effectively in order to meet deadlines and achieve performance targets.


Learning and Teaching
What students say
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Shelley
15 Oct 22

I knew I wanted to come to UCFB when I first came for an open day in year 11. I loved that I’d be having some lectures in a stadium, a practical part in another amazing facility..Read more

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Aleksandra
14 Oct 22

Amazing oppourtunities available to..Read more

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96 Grades / Points required

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Tuition fees

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England

£9,250 per year

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Scotland

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Wales

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Northern Ireland

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Channel Islands

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£14,950 per year

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Students from EU

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£14,950 per year

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Students from International

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£14950 Per year

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