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Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
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Location
Ayr Campus
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Study mode
Full time
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Start date
08-SEP-25
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Duration
4 Years
Course summary
OverviewPrepare for employment in the sports coaching and development industries with UWS鈥檚 BSc (Hons) Sport Coaching & Development programme. This programme has been developed in consultation with sports industry partners to provide the knowledge and skills sought after by employers. The applied nature of this programme leaves you well-equipped to work in the promotion and development of sports, or in the teaching and coaching of sport.Programme highlights鈥� Work-based learning is a key feature of this course and will help you to develop practical skills relevant to the modern sports coaching and development industries. Students have undertaken placements with a wide range of sports coaching and development organisations in Ayrshire and beyond.鈥� The programme focuses on a broad range of topic areas and is designed to open up a large number of employment routes for graduates.鈥� Highly qualified and experienced teaching staff are committed to providing a supportive learning environment and a flexible approach to study.鈥� This course is based at our stunning 拢81 million Ayr Campus.鈥� Throughout your studies, you will undertake various modules which will allow you to achieve CIMSPA Professional Standards including Gym Instructor and Working with Inactive People.The Chartered Institute for the Management of Sport and Physical ActivityCareersThis programme will prepare you for a successful career in sports coaching and development. You could potentially pursue a career in the following areas:鈥� Active schools and sports development鈥� Academia and education 鈥� including physical education teaching鈥� Disability sports development鈥� Facilities management or operations鈥� National governing bodies鈥� Sports coaching鈥� Sport event management鈥� Sport business ownershipMany graduates have gone on to complete postgraduate study, including Masters programmes and postgraduate diplomas in order to become qualified as Physical Education teachers.
Application deadline
29 January
Tuition fees
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拢 18,000per year
Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.
Entry requirements
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QUALIFICATION TYPE
A level : DDD
Including a science (Biology preferred) and PE.Year 2 entry: BBB including a science and PE.
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