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University of Birmingham: Sport Coaching
| Institution | University of Birmingham View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | School of Sport, Exercise and Rehabilitation Sciences |
| Web | https://www.birmingham.ac.uk |
| pgadmissions-noreply@contacts.bham.ac.uk | |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
Our part-time Sport Coaching MSc is a unique development in the field of sport coaching in how it seeks to develop high-quality coaches in a research active environment.
The distinctiveness and knowledge that you will gain from this programme will place you in an ideal position to inform the future direction of sport at all levels and to impact upon participation and performance by challenging current practices.
International students: Please check your visa requirements before applying as most of the sessions in this programme are delivered online via distance learning.
By taking this programme you will develop the skills to critically evaluate new developments/theory and integrate this knowledge, where appropriate, into your own personal coaching practice.
Throughout the programme you will be encouraged to develop yourself as a lifelong learner, understanding the importance of learning and the theory behind coaching practice and also development of performance and expertise.
This programme is an innovative blended delivery using both high quality online resources complemented with face to face discussion time with academics and leaders in the programme fields. You will be encouraged to develop your use of theory in practice, and to reflect upon your own personal coaching philosophy and development in light of new knowledge.
MSc
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Applicants will normally require a 2:1 Honours degree in a relevant subject or relevant professional experience. You will be required to be a qualified coach with an award recognised by their national governing body, normally at Level 2 of the UKCC or its equivalent. You will also be expected to regularly coach a minimum of three hours per week whilst on the programme. We also encourage applications from coaches who do not have prior experience of higher education as well as those with first degrees. |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Applicants will normally require a 2:1 Honours degree in a relevant subject or relevant professional experience. You will be required to be a qualified coach with an award recognised by their national governing body, normally at Level 2 of the UKCC or its equivalent. You will also be expected to regularly coach a minimum of three hours per week whilst on the programme. We also encourage applications from coaches who do not have prior experience of higher education as well as those with first degrees. |
Postgraduate Diploma - PgDip
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Applicants will normally require a 2:1 Honours degree in a relevant subject or relevant professional experience. You will be required to be a qualified coach with an award recognised by their national governing body, normally at Level 2 of the UKCC or its equivalent. You will also be expected to regularly coach a minimum of three hours per week whilst on the programme. We also encourage applications from coaches who do not have prior experience of higher education as well as those with first degrees. |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Applicants will normally require a 2:1 Honours degree in a relevant subject or relevant professional experience. You will be required to be a qualified coach with an award recognised by their national governing body, normally at Level 2 of the UKCC or its equivalent. You will also be expected to regularly coach a minimum of three hours per week whilst on the programme. We also encourage applications from coaches who do not have prior experience of higher education as well as those with first degrees. |
The University of Birmingham is a truly vibrant, global community of staff, students and researchers. As a founding Russell Group member and consistent top 100 university, Birmingham is recognised internationally for excellence in teaching and research and provides the best possible teaching, research facilities and support services to ensure postgraduates reach the peak of their potential.
With over 600 taught programmes and a wealth of research opportunities to choose from, Birmingham has one of the most extensive postgraduate course portfolios in the UK enabling you to work and study alongside world-leading academics in a diverse, multicultural community of over 14,000 …
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