BA (Hons) Sports Coaching with Performance Sport

The B.A. (Hons) Sports Coaching and Performance Sport course at Buckinghamshire New University offers students the opportunity to gain theoretical knowledge and practical skills in the field of sports coaching, particularly in high performance and talent development sport. This course is perfect for those who aspire to spark an extraordinary coaching career, helping athletes towards better performance in sport at all levels, from grassroots right through to elite level athletes. The course duration is full-time for three years or part-time for four to six years.Course Content: The course curriculum has been designed in partnership with industry professionals to ensure the relevance and practical application of the content. Students will learn in detail about the practical dynamics of sports, blends theoretical elements of sports science, the intricacies of human physiology to the performance of the athletes, and the psychological preparation required for sports. Moreover, students will have the opportunity to complete a work placement which will provide them valuable insights and experience of working in a real performance sport environment. Key Modules: Some of the key modules students will study include Fundamentals of Sports Science, Introduction to the Coaching Environment, Independent Study and Professional Development, Introduction to Performance Analysis, Performance Analysis in Sport, Coaching for Performance in Sport, Advanced Performance Analysis in Sport, and Coach Education Principles and Practice.Accreditations: The course is recognised by Skills Active as meeting the required industry standards. As such, students of this course will benefit from added credibility when seeking employment in the sector.Future Careers: Students who complete this course will have an added advantage when looking for employment in the sports industry. Graduates may find rewarding careers in areas such as sports coaching, performance analysis, coach education, and high performance sport.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.