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Sport and Exercise Science (Coaching Science)

City of Liverpool College University Centre

UCAS Code: S935 | Higher National Certificate - HNC

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About this course


Course option

1year

Full-time | 2024

Subjects

Sports management

Sports coaching

Sports development

The Higher National Certificate in Sport and Exercise Science (Coaching Science) is a one-year, full-time course that provides a foundation for those wishing to enter the field of sports coaching exercise science. The course is geared towards a career in the fast-growing Sports industry. It aims to introduce students to the theory and application of Sports Coaching and Exercise in various environments.

A key part of the course is the coaching placement through which students gain practical coaching experience. Specialist areas such as Psychology of Sports Coaching, Training Fitness and Testing, Lifestyle coaching, Coaching practice, skill development and many other related subjects make this an exciting and worthwhile course.

Practical modules will take place in the sports gym or outside with tutor support and guidance, and extra independent learning sessions will be timetabled to allow access to specialist equipment and resources.

Modules

Core modules will include:
• Coaching Practice and Skill Development
• Fitness, Training and Testing
• Fundamentals of Sports Exercise Psychology
• Professional Skills
• Anatomy and Physiology
• Nutrition
• Injury Prevention
• Lifestyle Coaching

Assessment methods

This course is continuously assessed using a range of methods, including course work, assignments and practical observations.

Tuition fees

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England
£6,700
per year
Northern Ireland
£6,700
per year
Scotland
£6,700
per year
Wales
£6,700
per year

The Uni


Course location:

The Learning Exchange, Roscoe Street

Department:

Hospitality, Tourism and Sport

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