Sport Coaching and Development BSc (Hons)

This course will challenge your perceptions, ideas and understanding of sport coaching and development. You’ll journey into the world of sport, grasping the key theories around the subject and developing the practical skills to put them into action.Our BSc (Hons) Sport Coaching and Development programme has been designed to build your knowledge in a broad range of areas, from coaching practice and techniques, to sport history, sociology and sport development. Study at Manchester Met and you’ll develop an in-depth understanding of the sport landscape, exploring current issues and evaluating the relevant policies. We’ll also give you a good understanding of sport-based interventions, while equipping you with the practical skills to be a coach and educator.Being based in Manchester means we can offer access to exceptional teaching, training and research facilities, together with fantastic links to local clubs, national governing bodies and globally renowned teams. And, with a highly-qualified, research-active team behind you, and a wide range of teaching environments, you’ll have everything you need to lay the foundations for your future career.**Features and benefits**- This course is shaped by our research activities, ensuring that what you learn is informed and inspired by the latest developments in the field.- Take advantage of the opportunity to gain nationally recognised coaching qualifications as part of your degree.- You can opt to spend your third year getting a taste of professional life in a sport or health-related organisation with the four-year placement route.- We’ve established a strong partnership with Manchester City’s City in the Community Trust and Greater Sport, who run projects for young people around sport, health, skills and enterprise.- We are investing heavily in sports facilities in Manchester at our Oxford Road building, Platt Lane Sports Complex and Sugden Sports Centre.