Sports Coaching (Top-Up) BA (Hons)

The BA (Hons) in Sports Coaching (Top-up) is a one-year, full-time progression route from a relevant Level 5 qualification. The programme covers sports coaching and current issues in the discipline, as well as other key areas such as sociology of sport and sport psychology. It provides a broad study within both the development and performance domains of sport. Applying theory to practice is essential for all students within the course. Students complete a research project and work experience within their chosen area.<br/><br/>Students will become critical thinkers within the world of sport, developing theoretical and practical knowledge to apply to sports coaching. Students will also develop in key areas within the world of performance sport such as performance analysis, sport psychology and sports coaching. Students will develop skills in both qualitative and quantitative analysis and be able to effectively carry out research projects at a high level. <br/><br/>The BA (Hons) in Sports Coaching (Top-up) is validated by The Open University.