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MSc Sport Coaching

The part-time Sport Coaching programme from University of Birmingham is a unique development in the field of sport coaching in how it seeks to develop high-quality coaches in a research active environment.

Quick Facts

  
Part-Time Duration: 2 years
Starting in: September
Tuition Fee: £10,575 per year
Location: Online

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.

By taking this Sport Coaching programme from University of Birmingham, 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.

Courses include:

  • Research Methodology in Sport, Exercise and Rehabilitation
  • Advanced Pedagogies
  • Digital Practice in Sport, Exercise and Health
  • Innovation in Professional Development
  • Wellbeing in Education Based Settings

“The transition from undergrad to postgrad can be a big step up in terms of workload and what is expected of you, but there is so much support available to you as a postgrad student, from academic writing support (if you’ve been out of education for a few years or just want a bit of extra help) to mental health and wellbeing services. The careers support is fantastic – the uni puts on employer fairs throughout the year and you have access to one on one support from the Careers Network team, who can help you develop your skills ready for your next step!”

Emma Sutton // PhD Psychology

Career

The course is aimed at students actively coaching in a variety of contexts (e.g. voluntary, development, performance). Students who are coaching have found that not only is their practice strengthened, but also their leadership skills, and many have progressed into leadership roles following completion of this degree.

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.

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