BSc in Sports Coaching

 

Higher Education - Level 4 Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Sports & Exercise Science (Coaching Science)

 

PROGRAMME OVERVIEW:

Start Date: October 2022

Course Type: Full Time

Course Duration: One Year

Location: Holloways Park, Windsor Road, Beaconsfield, Bucks. HP9 2SE

Entry Requirements: 96 UCAS Points plus GCSE English & Maths (Grades 4-9), or equivalent, or Access to HE Certificate

Progression: Higher National Diploma in Sports Coaching Science

 

COURSE DETAIL:

The Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Sport and Exercise Science is a 1 year programme offering students an introduction to the subject area using core modules of learning.

Students gain a range of sector knowledge tied to practical skills, research, self study, directed study and workplace scenarios.

Both the HNC and the HND are made up of a series of modules. In each year you can expect to cover three of the following:

Unit 1 – Nutrition

Unit 2 - Fundamentals of Sport and Exercise Psychology

Unit 3 - Anatomy & Physiology

Unit 4 - Professional Skills (Pearson Set)

Unit 5 - Coaching Practice and Skills Development

Unit 6 - Training, Fitness, Testing

Unit 7 - Physical Activity, Lifestyle & Health

Unit 11 - Injury Prevention

For more information about unit content and how the assignments are structured get in touch.

 

FUNDING

Most UK students are eligible to apply to Student Finance England for a loan to cover the cost of tuition.

To learn more get in touch.

 

PATHWAYS

The UCS programme is built as a 3 year pathway.

Year 1 – Level 4 Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Sports & Exercise Science (Coaching Science)

Year 2 – Level 5 Higher National Diploma (HND) in Sports & Exercise Science

Year 3 – Higher Education - BSc (Hons) in Sports Coaching

It is designed to be flexible and allow you to leave at the end of any year with the qualifications

you have achieved. You can also take a break in learning and return at a later date

 

APPLICATION

All applications are through UCAS. The service costs £24 for a multi and £13 for a single application.

Please visit www.ucas.com to sign up and find out more. You will need the unique course code and location.

 

PROGRESSION

On completion of the HNC, you can therefore:

- Opt for further study, in particular the Level 5 HND in Sports Coaching & Exercise Science (Coaching Science)

- Exit with the Level 4 HNC into the sports industry.

- Roles successfully secured by our alumni include:

- Sports coach

- Sports development officer

- Teaching Assistant

- Camp supervisor

 

Higher Education - Level 5 Higher National Diploma (HND) in Sports & Exercise Science

 

PROGRAMME OVERVIEW:

Start Date: October 2022

Course Type: Full Time

Course Duration: One Year

Location: Holloways Park, Windsor Road, Beaconsfield, Bucks. HP9 2SE

Entry Requirements: 96 UCAS Points plus GCSE English & Maths (Grades 4-9), or equivalent, or Access to Higher Education Certificate | Successful candidates who have achieved a level 4 National Certificate in Sport or Sport & Exercise Science should apply for the Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Sport and Exercise Science with us.

Progression: Level BSc (Hons) in Sports Coaching

 

COURSE DETAIL:

The Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Sport and Exercise Science is a 1 year programme developing the offering students an introduction to the subject area using core modules of learning.

Students gain a range of sector knowledge tied to practical skills, research, self study, directed study and workplace scenarios.

Both the HNC and the HND are made up of a series of modules. In each year you can expect to cover three of the following:

Unit 1 – Nutrition

Unit 2 - Fundamentals of Sport and Exercise Psychology

Unit 3 - Anatomy & Physiology

Unit 4 - Professional Skills (Pearson Set)

Unit 5 - Coaching Practice and Skills Development

Unit 6 - Training, Fitness, Testing

Unit 7 - Physical Activity, Lifestyle & Health

Unit 11 - Injury Prevention

For more information about unit content and how the assignments are structured get in touch.

 

FUNDING

Most UK students are eligible to apply to Student Finance England for a loan to cover the cost of tuition.

To learn more get in touch.

 

PATHWAYS

The UCS programme is built as a 3 year pathway.

Year 1 – Level 4 Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Sports & Exercise Science (Coaching Science)

Year 2 – Level 5 Higher National Diploma (HND) in Sports & Exercise Science

Year 3 – Higher Education - BSc (Hons) in Sports Coaching

It is designed to be flexible and allow you to leave at the end of any year with the qualifications

you have achieved. You can also take a break in learning and return at a later date

 

APPLICATION

All applications are through UCAS. The service costs £24 for a multi and £13 for a single application.

Please visit www.ucas.com to sign up and find out more. You will need the unique course code and location. If you have already completed the L4 HNC at an appropriate standard, you will automatically be offered a place on the HND programme

 

PROGRESSION

On completion of the HND, you can therefore:

- Opt for further study, in particular the Level BSc (Hons) in Sports Coaching (Link to dedicated page)

Career Opportunities:

UCS Students gain the skills, knowledge and aptitude needed for a successful career in sports development, health clubs, fitness clubs, sports centre management and sports coaching.

Many students gain employment in sports coaching, management and development roles with professional clubs, National Governing Bodies, and other sports organisation

 

Higher Education - BSc (Hons) in Sports Coaching

 

PROGRAMME OVERVIEW:

Start Date: October 2022

Course Type: Full Time

Course Duration: One Year

Location: Holloways Park, Windsor Road, Beaconsfield, Bucks. HP9 2SE

Entry Requirements: 96 UCAS Points plus GCSE English & Maths (Grades 4-9), or equivalent, or Access to Higher Education Certificate | Successful candidates who have achieved a level 4 National Certificate in Sport or Sport & Exercise Science should apply for the Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Sport and Exercise Science with us.

Progression: Level BSc (Hons) in Sports Coaching

 

COURSE DETAIL:

The BSc (Hons) in Sports Coaching is built around 6 modules in 2 semesters:

Semester 1:

- Research methodologies in Sport

- Performance Coaching

- Dissertation

Semester 2:

- Nutrition, Lifestyle & Health for Athletes

- Planning & Performance Management

- Dissertation

For more information about unit content and how the assignments are structured get in touch.

 

FUNDING

Most UK students are eligible to apply to Student Finance England for a loan to cover the cost of tuition.

To learn more get in touch.

 

PATHWAYS

The UCS programme is built as a 3 year pathway.

Year 1 – Level 4 Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Sports & Exercise Science (Coaching Science)

Year 2 – Level 5 Higher National Diploma (HND) in Sports & Exercise Science

Year 3 – Higher Education - BSc (Hons) in Sports Coaching

It is designed to be flexible and allow you to leave at the end of any year with the qualifications

you have achieved. You can also take a break in learning and return at a later date

 

APPLICATION

All applications are through UCAS. The service costs £24 for a multi and £13 for a single application.

Please visit www.ucas.com to sign up and find out more. You will need the unique course code and location. If you have already completed the L5 HND at an appropriate standard, you will automatically be offered a place on the BA (Hons) programme.

 

PROGRESSION

On completion of the BSc (Hons) in Sports Coaching, you can therefore:

- Opt for further study and access to further study at Post Graduate level (7 and above)

Career Opportunities:

UCS Students gain the skills, knowledge and aptitude needed for a successful career in sports development, health clubs, fitness clubs, sports centre management and sports coaching.

Many students gain employment in sports coaching, management and development roles with professional clubs, National Governing Bodies, and other sports organisation

 

WORK EXPERIENCE

Overview

At Beaconsfield Town Academy, we believe that education is only part of the equation. Students need to develop the skills required to prepare themselves for the world of work.

To this end, all students are expected to participate in a structured and varied schedule of work experience.

The programmes are generally tailored to the interests of the students, with a variety of roles available at Holloways Park, such as coaching, marketing and media support and performance analyst.

 

More than a qualification

In the modern world, employers are looking for more than just a qualification. Yes, the qualification will make you eligible to apply for the job, but you need much more than that to be successful in most roles.

You need 'soft skills'. Skills that are developed over time. At Beaconsfield Town Academy, our ethos of embedding your learning in the heart of professional industry allows you to develop these skills and put together a set of skills to help you be successful in successful in your chosen career.

Through specific, targeted work experience, we focus on the 3 key employability skills:

 

Interpersonal Skills:

These are the skills required to work well with other people. They help you to work effectively as a member of a team, meet client and customer expectations and solve problems. The Beaconsfield Town Academy work experience opportunities allow you to develop a range of interpersonal skills, such as:

- Communication skills

- verbal, non-Verbal and listening

- Team-working

- Conflict resolution

- Emotional intelligence

- Problem solving and decision making

 

Growth Mindset:

The growth mindset is key to everything we do at Beaconsfield Town Academy.

We believe that all of our staff and students should be open to new ideas and experiences. We believe that we can always be better in everything we do.

We want you to use the unique opportunities afforded by working and learning in professional industry environment to develop a growth mindset.

Be open to new experiences and accept honest, constructive feedback to grow into the successful coaches, managers and leaders that you strive to become.

 

Reliability & Dependability:

Basically, do what you say you will do!

This is all about developing personal skills and traits, such as:

- Being organised

- Managing your time effectively

- Being trustworthy

- Working hard

- Taking responsibility

- Asking for help when needed

- Using your initiative

 

How do I apply to Join the Academy?

If you think that Beaconsfield Town Academy is the place for you then register your interest today by emailing manager@beaconsfieldtownacademy.co.uk.  Once applied you will be contacted by one of our staff members and invited into an open day / trial / interview. 

You will have the opportunity to meet the team and discuss the program in detail. The next step is then for you to attend a football trial day. Successful trialists will then be offered a place on the course.

The education curriculum and qualifications are delivered by Virtual Learning UK, who provide and employ all teaching staff and work in partnership with Beaconsfield Town.

 

What are the Next Steps?

Step 1: Complete Registration Form and Attend a Trial.

Step 2: Receive a Conditional Offer by Email – RESPOND ACCEPTING THE OFFER PLEASE!

Step 3: Complete Interview/Induction.

Step 4: Receive A full Academy kit package that is included for Pre-Season in July/August.

START AUGUST!