Sports Coaching and Development Foundation Degree at New College

If you’re looking to understand and be innovative in sport at community and national level then this foundation course with New College is for you.

The programme emphasises linking theory to practice and provides many opportunities for students to apply their skills in real world contexts. Through work in the local sports community you will develop your employability and gain skills in a range of coaching and development disciplines. 

THROUGH THIS PROGRAMME YOU WILL

• Develop the skills to deliver high-class coaching and development programmes 
• Work with adults and young people while building your understanding of the influence of sport within the community 
• Develop your technical, as well as practical, understanding of sports coaching and development 
• Build upon scientific and sociological principles 
• Develop highly employable skills such as communication, organisation and leadership 
• Benefit from our close links to professional sports organisations 

New College have close links with local sports clubs and partnerships, providing you with excellent opportunities to gain hands-on, industry experience. Supported by staff you’ll develop a strong evidence-based approach to coaching. 

STUDY AND ASSESSMENT

This is a 2 year course (full-time). Your course will be assessed by written, oral and practical tasks designed to develop the broad range of knowledge and skills underpinning sports coaching and development practice. 

PROGRESSION OPPORTUNITIES

On graduation from this programme, you will be well placed to pursue a career in community coaching, sport and physical activity development as well as working for a national governing body of sport. 

Alternatively you can continue your studies by going on to complete a full Honours Degree such as the BSc (Hons) Sports Development and Coaching or the BSc (Hons) Sports Coaching at the University of Gloucestershire. 

FEES

Full-time = £6,165 per annum, part-time = £3,085 per annum. All students who enrol on this course will receive a FREE HP Notebook to help with their studies. T&C’s apply.

Information required for completion of UCAS form:

• Institution Code:  G50
• Course Code:      C613
• Campus Code:    N ( for New College)

*Delivered in partnership with the University of Gloucestershire, subject to validation 

Apply online here!