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Performance Analysis and Coaching Science BSc (Hons)

Bachelor's degree

Online

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Description

  • Type

    Bachelor's degree

  • Methodology

    Online

  • Duration

    3 Years

  • Online campus

    Yes

  • Delivery of study materials

    Yes

  • Support service

    Yes

  • Virtual classes

    Yes

Develop specialist skills in performance analysis and coaching to train athletes to their full potential.

Use the latest performance analysis technologies and state-of-the-art facilities including our £10.8m sports centre
Choose an innovative programme which focuses on the interdisciplinary nature of performance analysis and coaching
Benefit from a strong combination of practical and theoretical learning
Make the most of unique work placement and internship opportunities with professional clubs
Build your skills with learning and assessment strategies which reflect real world practice and prepare you for employment
Designed in collaboration with our industry partners, this exciting new course will provide you with invaluable knowledge, applied experience and technological skills for a career in a highly competitive arena.
A dynamic combination
Our BSc (Hons) Performance Analysis and Coaching Science degree links the practical experience of performance analysis and coaching with the latest academic theory. You’ll gain a sound underpinning of sport and exercise science along with specialist skills and knowledge for a career in performance sport.

We adopt an integrated, scientific approach, harnessing the latest coaching and performance analysis technologies, such as Sports Code, Dartfish and Quintic.

About this course

This performance analysis and coaching course equips you with the knowledge and skills for employment in areas such as elite sport, performance analysis, talent identification and sport coaching in the UK and abroad.

You can also consider taking your qualifications to the next level. We now offer the MSc Applied Sport and Exercise Science – which includes Sport and Exercise Psychology or Physiology pathways – where you will develop advanced knowledge in your subject. Another option is our MRes (Sport and Exercise) where you can further your applied sport science and research skills.

GCSE Maths and English Grade C/Grade 4 (or above) or equivalent qualification
6.0 (with 5.5 in each skills area)

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Subjects

  • Psychology
  • Coaching
  • Industry
  • Academic
  • Applied
  • Exercise
  • Introduction
  • Principles
  • Analysis
  • Sport
  • Biomechanics

Course programme

What you will study

You’ll study modules such as:

Stage one
  • Academic and Applied Skills for Sport and Exercise *Δ
  • Principles of Sport and Exercise Psychology
  • Principles of Sport Biomechanics
  • Introduction to Anatomy for Sport and Exercise
  • Introduction to Performance Analysis
  • Coaching and Skill Acquisition
Stage two
  • Research Methods for Sport and Exercise *Δ
  • Applied Notational Analysis
  • Applied Movement Analysis
  • Sport Coaching: Theory and Practice
  • Psychomotor Learning and Sport Psychology
You’ll also choose one from the following optional modules:
  • Athlete Testing and Assessment
  • Field Based Conditioning
Industrial Placement Year (optional)

This course offers an ‘Industrial Placement Year’ giving you the opportunity to enhance your practical skills by putting theory into practice, network in your industry and stand-out in the graduate job market. The placement year takes place in your third year, once completed, you would return to University to complete your final year of studies.
  • Applied Professional Practice
  • Contemporary Issues in Professional Practice
Stage three
  • Independent Study for Sport and Exercise*
  • Advanced Performance Analysis
  • Advanced Sport Coaching
  • Applied Sport Science
  • Advanced Field Based Conditioning
You’ll also choose one from the following optional modules:
  • Advanced Athlete Testing and Assessment
  • Applied Sport Psychology

Additional information

UK/EU fee
£9,250 per year* (2020/21)

International fee
£14,045 per year (2020/21)

Performance Analysis and Coaching Science BSc (Hons)

Price on request