FdA Sport Development and Coaching at Plymouth Marjon University

Programme overview

The FdA Sport Development and Coaching degree has been designed in partnership with employers from the sports industry via our Professional Advisory Group. The course delivers a blend of theory and practice so that students are equipped with extensive knowledge and skills and are therefore highly employable on completion of the course. Learn how sport can be used to inspire young people, develop communities and fulfil the potential of all individuals, from grassroots, all the way up to working with elite athletes.

Faculty: Sport, PE & Coaching | Duration: Two years full-time | Study mode: full-time | Location: Plymouth, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

1st Year: Engaging with learning: sport development & coaching, Sport coaching & the coaching process, Foundations in sport development, An introduction to sport management, Organisation in sport and education, Introduction to analysis in sport coaching. 2nd Year: Work-based learning*, Sports event management*, Research methods, Sport policy & governance, Sport and education*, Sport marketing*, Coaching theory & practice, Inclusion in sport*.

Career pathways

This two year degree is often followed by students joining the third year of another sporting degree, to achieve a full BA Honours degree. You will find many Plymouth Marjon University sport development graduates in a variety of institutions including schools, National Governing Bodies (NGB) County Sports Partnerships (Active Devon), Local Authorities and Sport and Leisure facilities across the country.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Three A-levels at grades DDE-DDD or above; BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma MPP - MMP or a combination of BTEC Level 3 grades; Or Access 9-15 D/M with min 3D; Or T level P (D or E); And GCSE English Language at grade C or above; Applicants with other qualifications and/or experience will be considered on an individual basis. A DBS check and ISA registration are also required.; We will accept 2 AS levels in lieu of one A level but must be accompanied by 2 A Levels or BTECs (General Studies is excluded).; UCAS tariff points: 64-72.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,250 a year Source

International applicants: GBP 14,600 a year (2025/26) Source

Duration: Two years full-time

Apply through the official page: https://digital.ucas.com/coursedisplay/courses/a78a937d-8f9e-1dfb-fca8-27e77b04095f

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