BSc (Hons) Sport Coaching and Development

The Sport Coaching and Development course offered at the University of the West of Scotland (UWS) is designed to provide students with the essential theoretical and practical skills required to progress in a career in sports coaching and development. This BA (Hons) degree course offers students the opportunity to engage with a variety of approaches to understanding sport and insights into the role of the coach, alongside contexts in which coaching occurs. Course Content: The four-year course engages students in subjects including sociology of sport, psychology, physiology, performance analysis, and sports policy. In the final year, students can tailor their degrees according to their career aspirations with options including Football Coaching, Community Sport Hubs, Long-Term Athlete Development, or outdoor Activities.Key Modules: Key modules include Sport & Exercise Physiology, Sports Development, Sport & Exercise Psychology, Sport & Society, and Sport Event Management.Accreditations: The degree course is endorsed by ‘SportScotland’ and ‘Active Schools’.Future Careers: Graduates of the Sport Coaching and Development programme can pursue careers in areas such as sports coaching in the community or in performance contexts, as well as careers in sports development, sports policy, sports management, and health and fitness.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.