MSc/PgD/PgC Sport Coaching and Pedagogy

Course Overview

This Master's degree in Sport Coaching engages coaches and teachers in the process of applying theory to their practice and aims to develop reflective practitioners with the ability to effectively manage pedagogic problems. It offers a unique opportunity for professional and career development, focusing on applied and experiential learning within a community of practice.

All module assessment is based on 5,000 word assignments or equivalent. Presentations are also assessed in some of the core and optional modules. Students can exit at Postgraduate Certificate and Postgraduate Diploma levels.

Students from this course have developed careers in sport coaching, teaching, sport science support, further and higher education, and sports development. The programme also provides an excellent spring board for students wishing to progress to the taught doctorate in Sport Coaching, MPhil/PhD or Professional Doctorate study.