Sport Coaching (Joint Honours)
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Sport Coaching (Joint Honours) Where you will study: Buxton Campus UCAS: Y004 Entry requirements: 260 - 280 UCAS tariff points, of which at least 160 will be from your core A2s (full A levels), BTEC Diploma, IB Duration and mode of study: Full time: three years, Part time: four - six years Course fees: Check our website for details
About the course Our theory into practice philosophy will enhance your coaching knowledge and develop your vocational skills. You will be engaged in the process of encouraging athlete potential and preparing athletes for competition. You will be given the opportunity to work with sports clubs in the local community. The knowledge gained will enable you to develop progressive practices and coach specific skills that will help you prepare athletes at all levels for competitive environments.
Start dates: You can start this course in September.
How you’ll learn
Why choose this course?
You will be taught through lectures, seminars, tutorials and practical coaching activities.
▪ This programme can be combined with Sport Psychology, Sport Development, or Sports Massage and Exercise Therapies, which means that you will study two subject areas, giving you a great range of knowledge and skills for your future career. ▪ You will be taught by our experienced tutors who work with Olympic, World, European, and Commonwealth Champions in cycling, martial arts, golf, athletics and motor racing.
Your career Sports Coaching helps the development of individuals by improving their performance. Coaching can be influential on a number of different levels, from helping a six year old to learn the basics of how to throw a ball, to guiding experienced performers through an international competition. Coaches are needed at every level of sport participation. Jobs are available in schools, National Governing Bodies, councils and sports clubs.
What you’ll cover STAGE ONE
STAGE TWO
STAGE THREE
Human Performance
Principles and Practice of Training
Adapted Physical Activity and Inclusive Sport
Introduction to Anatomy and Kinesiology
Professional Development in Sport
Independent Study
Introduction to Exercise Physiology
Research Methods
Strength and Conditioning
Introduction to Sport Coaching
Sport Performance Analysis
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Research and Academic Skills
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The lecturers on this course are fantastic. We also had a chance to speak to and learn from world champion athletes. Stacey Boxall
Get in touch Luke Gibson T: +44 (0)1298 330368 www.derby.ac.uk/courses/sports-coaching-joint-honours General enquiries about admissions and applications, UK and overseas: E: buxtonadmissions@derby.ac.uk T: +44 (0)1332 594667 www.facebook.com/DerbyUni http://twitter.com/DerbyUni
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