Fd Sports Coaching & Exercise (1)

Start Date
Level
5
Course Course
P00093
Area
Sport
Campus
Hillsborough Campus

About this Course

Validated by Sheffield Hallam University, this is a sport and exercise coaching related course set in the context of the sports industry. It emphasises work-based learning and will, therefore, appeal to potential students who already have experience of work in a part-time or full-time capacity.

Key Units

Year 1 (Level 4)

  • Personal & Academic Development [1] (20 credits)
  • Work Based Learning [1] (20 credits)
  • Sport & Exercise in the UK (20 credits)
  • Leadership & Innovation in Sport and Exercise (20 credits)
  • Applied Coaching (20 credits)
  • The Science of Sport and Exercise (20 credits)
Year 2 (Level 5)
  • Personal & Academic Development [2] (20 credits)
  • Work Based Learning [2] (20 credits)
  • Coaching Enterprise (20 credits)
  • Research Project (20 credits)
  • Analysis of Lifestyle and Exercise (20 credits)
  • The Coaching Process (20 credits)

Entry Requirements

64 UCAS points from A Levels / National Diploma / AVCE

It is strongly recommended you have GCSE English Language & Maths at Grade C / 4 or above (or equivalent) to access this course as it is a requirement for progression to top up to honours degree. Applicants who do not should contact the Course Leader to discuss studying these qualifications alongside the foundation degree.

All students over the age of 21 will be considered, including those without formal qualifications. 

Students will be required to complete Disclosure and Baring Service (DBS) check upon enrolment, the results of which should allow them to work in the sport and exercise industry. It is expected that the cost of maintaining DBS clearance (currently £52) is met by you for the duration of the course. While it is not a specific requirement to study at the college it will be difficult for students with endorsements to find placements within the industry.

Assessment

  • Practical assessment
  • Examinations/End of unit tests
  • Coursework assignments
  • Assessed coaching sessions
  • Work-based learning
  • Presentations
  • Group and individual reports
  • Essays

Where does this Lead

Applicants who are studying for SHU-validated foundation degrees will receive an offer for their designated full time honours degree progression route at Sheffield Hallam University provided that they submit an application via UCAS by the deadline. Applicants who are studying for SHU-validated foundation degrees and who wish to progress to part-time study on their designated honours degree progression route will apply directly to the University.

The offer of a place on the BSc (Hons) Sport Coaching degree made by the University will be subject to:

  • Successful completion of the foundation degree programme and a minimum average grade of 55% at Level 5  
  • Submission of a satisfactory personal statement and reference
  • Meeting the University's literacy and numeracy requirements
  • Satisfying any additional specific course requirements for entry to the designated progression route (eg., successful completion of associated bridging studies, portfolio, interview or any non-academic conditions)
Offers are made subject to the availability of courses and the University Terms and Conditions.

Future Opportunities

Students will be prepared, both academically and practically, to enter employment in a range of opportunities in the sport and exercise coaching sector.

Tell Me More

Validation
This qualification is validated by Sheffield Hallam University.

How to Apply
Applications for this course should be made through UCAS.
UCAS course application code: CX61
College institution code: S22

Course Handbooks
Please click on a link below to download the course handbook for this qualification and other associated documents.
Further Information
Additional information about higher education at UC Sheffield can be found here.

If you have any further queries please email UC Sheffield via admissions@sheffcol.ac.uk leaving your name, contact details, the title of the course you are interested in and a brief summary of your query. Alternatively, please call  on 0114 260 2600.

The Sheffield College is a registered provider with the Office for Students.

Terms and Conditions
You can find all of our Higher Education fees, policies, procedures and T&Cs here

Extra Costs

Students will be required to complete Disclosure and Baring Service (DBS) check upon enrolment, the results of which should allow them to work in the sport and exercise industry. It is expected that the cost of maintaining DBS clearance (currently £52) is met by you for the duration of the course. While it is not a specific requirement to study at the college it will be difficult for students with endorsements to find placements within the industry.


Students will also need to have a sports kit, whistle and stop watch.

Additional printing/reprographics may also incur a cost of around £5 per week.

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