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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
UCFB Manchester
Full Time
SEP-25
3 Years
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
UCFB Manchester
Full Time
SEP-25
3 Years
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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 TeachingExam type
UCAS TariffUCAS Tariff:
96 Grades / Points required
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Students living in
England
£9,250 per year
Students from England
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£9,250 per year
Students from Scotland
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£9,250 per year
Students from Wales
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£9,250 per year
Students from Northern Ireland
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£9,250 per year
Students from Channel Islands
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£14,950 per year
Students from EU
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£14,950 per year
Students from International
£14950 Per year
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