FdSc Sports Coaching and Development at Birmingham City University

Programme overview

This course will be delivered across Villa Park, Aston Villa Brookvale Inner City Academy, Alexander Stadium, and Birmingham City University campuses. These facilities will expose you to state-of-the-art sport and development environments and access to cutting-edge resources and designated sport areas. This course content is designed to ensure graduates develop the pedagogical practice required to coach participants of different ages and abilities across the School and Community delivery areas of the Aston Villa Foundation.

What you will study

We will help you develop an understanding of your coaching philosophy and explore industry and socio-cultural factors influencing the broader context of sport and the work of the Aston Villa Foundation. You will apply the theoretical underpinnings of coaching and have access to hands-on experiences across various community settings. Furthermore, you will learn about sport development principles and how they align with community work by addressing societal and contemporary issues. Modules include Orientation to Higher Education & Research in Sport, Introduction to Physical Education & School Sport, The Coaching Process, Equality, Diversity & Inclusion in Sport, Coaching in the Community, Sports Development & Interventions, Sports Coaching & Development: Professional Practice, Elite Coaching Practice.

Career pathways

Physical activity and health continue to be a global concern, so this course ensures you are given the relevant, up-to-date information you require to enter employment in related disciplines. Upon graduating, the ultimate goal is likely to be to either enter the PE and school sport environment or the Sports Coaching environment promoting lifelong physical activity and healthy active lifestyles.

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Entry requirements

64 UCAS Tariff points. 64 UCAS Tariff points from three A Levels. Grades CC (or equivalent). Excluded subjects: General Studies; Critical Thinking; Extended Project. International Baccalaureate Diploma: Obtain a minimum of 24 points overall. Required subjects: One of Biology, Chemistry or Physics at Higher level. English language: IELTS 6.0 overall with no less than 5.5 in each band.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,540 a year (2027/28). full-time, 2 years; annual tuition for the first year of study Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 2 years full-time

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