BA Hons Sports Coaching and Development

The Sports Coaching and Physical Education (with sandwich placement) is a full-time undergraduate degree offered by the University of Bedfordshire. This course provides students with thorough preparation for a career in coaching in various aspects, ranging from children education to high-performance sport. Course Content: The course combines academic study and practical application to equip students with the professional and practical skills they need for coaching. The curriculum covers the principles of coaching practice, theoretical perspectives, and professional practice. Students focus on key areas of coaching, such as planning, delivery, and evaluation while getting exposure to the industry through visits, guest lectures, and work experience.Key Modules: Key modules included in this course range from Principles of Coaching Practice, Introduction to Sport and Physical Activity Development, Children and Young People Activeness, Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology, Reflective Practitioner in Sport (Coaching), and more.Accreditations: This course is endorsed by the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA). Completion of this course will gain students coaching qualifications recognized by the appropriate National Governing Body.Future Careers: Graduates of this course can explore a variety of careers including sports coaching in all education sectors, sports development officers in local authorities, national governing bodies and private sports providers. They may also progress onto higher level study on completion of their degree.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.