Sports Performance & Coaching HND

Sports performance & coaching

Encompassing both practical and academic elements, this course focuses on sports coaching, analysis of performance and the theoretical knowledge underpinning sport.

The HND in Sports Performance & Coaching is a two year full-time qualification which runs in conjunction with the University of Worcester. All learning will take place at Telford College of Arts and Technology.

Learning takes place in a practical and lecture-based environment, and will focus on developing professional skills through vocational opportunities within the sporting industry. You will have the opportunity to work with a broad variety of sporting populations, including elite athletes, novice and intermediate participants, children, peers and students with learning difficulties.

The course will develop your personal and transferable skills whilst also developing the attributes associated with the study of sport at higher education level.

Telford College of Arts and Technology (TCAT) also provides excellent access to:

The TCAT Super Dome which provides facilities for all-weather training and the latest technology in playing surfaces
Sports Hall, housing basketball, netball and badminton to international standard
Aerobic studio, with mirrored wall, suitable for dance, ballet and aerobic activities
State-of-the-art multi-gym, comprising Techno gym equipment
New facilities will include an on-campus brand new floodlit 3G full size rugby/football pitch

On successful completion of the programme you can progress directly onto the second or third year of a linked BSc (Hons) degree at Worcester e.g. Sports Coaching Science.

UCAS code

UCAS is the central organisation through which applications are processed for entry onto full-time undergraduate courses in Higher Education in the UK.

Sports Performance and Coaching HND 16XC Y HND/SPC

For the latest information, check the UCAS website at www.ucas.com

Study options

This course runs in conjunction with the University of Worcester and Telford College of Arts and Technology. All teaching will take place at Telford College of Arts and Technology, which is 50 miles from Worcester. Accommodation is available on request and organised on an individual basis.
Two-year, full-time only course
Industry approved curriculum
National Governing Body Coaching Awards option

Get in touch

Admissions Office
01905 855111
admissions@worc.ac.uk

Rebecca Atkin
Telford College of Technology (TCAT)
01952 642422
rebecca.atkin@tcat.ac.uk

180 UCAS Tariff points including GCSE English and Mathematics at Grade C or above  
A Criminal Records Bureau Disclosure may be required for some modules

Modules

Introduction to the Principles of Coaching
Psychological & Social Foundations of Sport
Physiological Foundations of Sport
Training for Sport
Physical Activity, Exercise & Health
Foundations of Sport (Practical Kinesiology)
Introduction to Motor Learning and Skill Acquisition
Partnerships & Sports Coaching
Research Methods
Sports Nutrition
Scientific Approaches to Sports Coaching
Health-Based Exercise Testing & Prescription
Effective Coaching
Performance Analysis
Sport Event Project Management
Invasion Sports

Assessment

Wide variety of assessment types, including coursework assignments, module tests, individual and group presentations, case studies, reports and exams.

Dale Smallman

Head of Sport, Telford College

“An ideal opportunity to develop and extend skills in the discipline of Sports Coaching and Performance.”

Academic department

Institute of Sport & Exercise Science

“We are proud of our strong reputation for sporting excellence. Our mission is to enhance the knowledge, skills and understanding of our students so they can
continue to make a meaningful contribution to society at all levels.”
Mick Donovan, Head of Institute

Employability

The course provides an excellent foundation for a wide range of careers including sports development and management, sports coaching, fitness instructor, match and performance analysts, teaching, research, armed forces and public services.

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