BSc (Hons) Sports Coaching (Top Up) 

The BSc (Hons) Sports Coaching Top-Up course offered by the University of Portsmouth is designed for students who already have a foundation degree (FdSc) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Sports Coaching or a related discipline. This program allows them to 'top-up' their existing qualification to a full undergraduate degree. It augments their practical skills and theoretical knowledge of sports, enhancing their employability in sports-related career paths.Course Content: The course's curriculum delivers a comprehensive understanding of coaching theory and practice. It lays emphasis on providing students with practical coaching experience, equipping them to specialize in specific areas such as strength conditioning, performance analysis, and leadership strategies.Key Modules: Key modules include Coaching Pedagogies and Practice, Data Analysis and Interpretation, Performance Analysis in Coaching, Leadership Strategies in Sport, Professional Development and Employability, and Dissertations/Sustained Independent Project/Critical Reflections.Accreditations: The BSc (Hons) Sports Coaching Top Up degree is recognized by the British Association of Sports and Exercise Sciences (BASES), through the Undergraduate Endorsement Scheme (USES). This ensures the course content, standards, and methods of teaching and assessment are of high quality.Future Careers: The program prepares students for a spectrum of roles in the sports and fitness industry including Sports Performance Analyst, Health, and Fitness Manager, and Secondary School Teacher.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.