BSc Hons Sport Coaching

The BSc (Hons) Sport Coaching course at Northumbria University has been designed for those with a passion for sport and a desire to develop professional skills required for a career in coaching. By combining theoretical knowledge with practical experience, this course aims to prepare students for the changing landscape of sport coaching.Course Content: The course content includes both theory and practical experience in various sporting contexts. Students will learn how to plan, deliver and evaluate coaching sessions; analyse performance in sport; study sport science and its application; and look into sports development and policy. The curriculum also covers coaching pedagogy, sports development, sport and exercise psychology, and coaching practice.Key Modules: Some of the key modules include Coaching Theory and Practice, Coaching Pedagogy and Practice, Individual Differences in Sport and Exercise, Sports Development and Policy, Motor Control and Learning in Sport and Exercise, Practical Applications in Sport Coaching, Professional Practice in Sport Coaching, and the Dissertation module.Accreditations: Upon successful completion of the course, students can apply for accreditation from The Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA). Future Careers: The practical experience and professional skills gained from this course equip students for various careers in sport coaching, physical education, sports development and sport science support. The course also equips students with transferable skills for broad sectors such as business, health and education.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page here.