BSc (Hons) Sport Coaching and Performance (CertHE, DipHE)

Entry year:
2024/25
Start date:
September, January
Study mode:
Full-time
Course duration:
3 years
Campus:
City

Course modules

What you will study on this degree

Further guidance on modules

Modules are designated core or optional in accordance with professional body requirements, as applicable, and LJMU’s Academic Framework Regulations. Whilst you are required to study core modules, optional modules provide you with an element of choice. Their availability may vary and will be subject to meeting minimum student numbers.

Where changes to modules are necessary these will be communicated as appropriate.

Core modules

Introduction to Coaching
20 credits

Personal and Professional Development
20 credits

Introduction to Psychology
20 credits

Coaching Pedagogy
20 credits

Anatomy and Exercise Physiology
20 credits

Introduction to Research Methods
20 credits

Core modules

Applied Issues in Sports Development and Society
20 credits

Career Focused Professional Development
20 credits

Psychological Issues in Professional Sport
20 credits

Coaching Skills Project
20 credits

Physiology of Strength and Conditioning Exercise
20 credits

Research Development
20 credits

Core modules

Sports Policies and Agendas
20 credits

Applied Sport Psychology
20 credits

Applied Strength and Conditioning
20 credits

Professional Development and Practice
20 credits

Research Project
40 credits

Fees and funding

Entry requirements

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Qualification requirements

A levels

The target entry profile is based on the requirements of the subject areas and is not definitive. A typical offer will include GCSE Maths and English at grade C or above and a UCAS Tariff score of 200-240. This score can be achieved from passes in two 6-unit GCE A-levels/AVCEs or from a pass in a 12-unit AVCE. The programme offers internal college students a progression route to higher education as well as recruiting students externally via UCAS. Selection criteria/entry criteria: • At least 200 UCAS tariff points (60 points from AS alone; at least 100 points should be obtained from A2s, AVCE, GNVQ Advanced or Scottish Highers) • At least 12 A level points if taken before 2002 • Advanced or Progression Diplomas (from 2010) where they demonstrate relevance to the HE programme. (UCAS Tariff to be decided) • BTEC ND at merit or distinction • Access to Higher Education Diploma - 60 credits, of which at least 45 must be achieved at level 3 (from 2010, with merit or distinction) and with an appropriate combination of modules. • Open College level 3 qualifications (obtained in or before 2008) at 60% or above - with consideration of marks above 50% • NVQ level 3 in relevant vocational areas • GCSE Maths and English Grade C or equivalent • International English Language Test System (IELTS) 6.0 • Relevant work experience/ professional qualifications • Some evidence of academic knowledge, experience/skills within the core areas of the course (e.g. coaching/playing experience; working with young people; related work in the sport industry; an understanding of anatomy and physiology principles; volunteer work in sport such as a community football club) • Prospective students without prior academic qualifications in relevant subjects may be asked to demonstrate their suitability for the programme by researching and producing a 1200-word essay on an appropriate topic. Expected knowledge and skills: Criteria to be explored during interview and/or via references: Academic potential Motivation Relevant experience Organisational ability

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