Sport Coaching and Development BA (Hons)

Whether you’d like to coach elite/amateur athletes or promote the benefits of sport and exercise to the wider community, this course will put you ahead of the game.

Gain the skills and knowledge for action-packed careers which focus on both performance and participation in sport
Learn how to use sport as a catalyst for change, working with individuals and communities to advance the health and wellbeing agenda
Enhance your employability with exciting voluntary work placement opportunities
Additional sport coaching awards opportunities to add substance to your CV
Make the most of our exceptional sports facilities in our specialist sports centre
Be inspired by our enthusiastic and expert staff who boast a wealth of professional experience in sport coaching and development
With its emphasis on practical learning, this new course will ensure you graduate as a work-ready, forward-thinking and confident professional.

A dynamic combination
We have a strong track record in preparing graduates for successful careers in both sport development and sport coaching. Now, in response to demands from employers, we have brought the coaching and development disciplines together into a single honours degree which will broaden your skills and career scope.

The BA (Hons) will build your expertise in sport coaching and development so that you can make a difference to individuals and society alike. You’ll gain an in-depth understanding of the technical, physical and psychological development of elite and amateur athletes as well as strategies to increase participation in sport and use it as a vehicle for community wellbeing.

This is a multi-disciplinary programme which covers themes such as pedagogy (how people learn), individual training prescription, performance analysis, effect of sport on society and sports development in practice.