Sports Development and Coaching Foundation Degree

Sport Development and Coaching Foundation Degree (FdA)

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. You’ll explore talent development, elite sport, sport coaching, international sport, education, sports policy and disability sport.

The team believes strongly in the value of practical experience, which is why the Sport Studies degree contains such a variety of work-based learning. This includes coaching young people, managing sports events, deliver physical activity programmes and writing sport plans for governing bodies. It’s all key to becoming a well-rounded sport development professional.

Programme Aims

To develop an applied understanding of the concepts, theories and principles related to sport development and coaching.
To develop an applied awareness and insight of the application of sport development and coaching processes involved across diverse groups and settings.
To enhance employability with the development of a range of skills and attributes relevant to the sport and physical activity sector.
To provide conditions for vocational learning and applied practice with a range of work-based and voluntary opportunities in community environments and the workplace.
To develop core academic skills necessary to be able to take full advantage of further study, including progression on to Honours level study.

Programme Modules

This programme has been structured in a way to to develop individuals with a both applied theoretical and practical understanding of sport development, physical activity, and coaching that is applied to the sports industry to enhance ‘professionalism’ within the sector. The successful completion of the programme will give the graduate the skills necessary to work within and beyond sports sectors and to continue to study at Level 6 to achieve a BA Honours Degree in Sport Development and Coaching.

Level 4

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

Level 5

Work-based learning*

Sports event management*

Research methods

Sport policy & governance

Sport and education*

Sport marketing*

Coaching theory & practice

Inclusion in sport*

Please note: optional modules are marked with an *

Entry Criteria

Qualification Requirements

UCSA Tariff

64 Points

A-Levels*

*A levels not to include General Studies

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) – MPP

NCFE Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport & Physical Activity – PPP

Access to HE Diploma – M: 15 credits P: 30 credits

T Level – Pass (D or E)

Additional Entry Criteria

In addition to the above, preference will be given to applicants with one or more of the following:

• Engagement in sport as a participant, coach, leader or volunteer
• NGB Coaching Awards
• Leadership Awards (JSLA or CSLA or HSLA) or equivalent
• Work experience (ideally in the sport and leisure sector)
• Access Qualification – Pass

Applications from non-traditional learners will be encouraged and their acceptance on the programme will reflect their work.

Duration

This full-time programme spans two years and encompasses both Levels 4 and 5 of Sports Development and Coaching.

Funding and Finance

Tuition fees

Republic of Ireland	£9250	Year 1
England	£9250	Year 1
Northern Ireland	£9250	Year 1
Scotland	£9250	Year 1
Wales	£9250	Year 1
Channel Islands	£9250	Year 1

Finance

Student finance is avaible to learners for this course.

To check you eligiblity, how to apply and when you start repaying your loan visit the .gov website.

gov.uk/get-undergraduate-student-loan

Additional financial support is also available if you meet one of the below criteria.

You might also be able to get other financial help, for example from your university or the government.

Find out about extra help

Follow the below link for additional information regarding how application for student finance for undergraduate full-time, part-time and Initial Teacher Training (ITT) students will be assessed and paid. It provides guidance only and doesn’t cover every circumstance.

Student Finance: How you are assessed and paid.

How to Apply

Applications for this course can be made online via the UCAS website.

APPLY HERE

Deadline

31st Jan 2025

If we still have places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application Codes

Course code: FFCD

Institution code: P63

Campus name: MIT Skills

Campus code: I

MITSkills Training Provider is excited to announce our partnership with Marjon University, a collaboration that allows us to deliver the Sports Development and Coaching Foundation Degree. With the support of Plymouth Marjon University and our Professional Advisory Group, we have designed a comprehensive programme that combines theory and practice, equipping students with extensive knowledge and skills to excel in the sports industry. Join us on this journey of inspiring young people, developing communities, and unlocking the potential of individuals through the power of sport.