MSc Coaching Science

The MSc Sport Coaching Practice course offered by the University of Essex is designed to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the dynamics that drive performance in sports. This course combines theory and practice to equip you with the skills to critically assess, audit and plan effective sport coaching sessions in a variety of settings, understanding athlete needs, and effectively integrating theory and practice.Course Content: The course comprises a mix of core and optional modules tackling key elements like coaching theory and practice, research methods in sport and exercise, coaching pedagogy, athlete development and coaching, and performance analysis in sport. Other areas include reflective practice, strength and conditioning, and biomechanics, among others.Key Modules: Core modules include Foundations of Sport and Exercise Psychology, Coaching Practice, Coaching Pedagogy and Practice, as well as an independent research project. The course also offers optional modules such as Performance Analysis, Choreography, Group Fitness Instruction, and Entrepreneurial Management.Accreditations: The course is accredited by the Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA), the professional development body for the UK's sport and physical activity sector.Future Careers: The MSc Sport Coaching Practice course presents graduates with the prospect of carving out successful careers in areas like performance analysis, athlete support, sport development, health promotion, teaching, and professional sport coaching in diverse settings. Graduates may also decide to progress into research or PhD studies in related fields.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.