1.
PROGRAMME INFORMATION
Programme Title
Department and Faculty
BSc (Hons) Sports Coaching
Department of Sports Studies
Faculty of Business, Law and Sport
Date of most recent (re)validation
28 March 2014
Date(s) when Programme Specification
revised
June 2015/ August 2015
Revalidation due date
Academic year 2019-20
Awarding Institution
University of Winchester
Teaching Institution (if different)
N/A
Programme also accredited by (if
relevant)
Not yet but accreditation may be sought from Skills
Active / SportsCoachUK after programme has run for
three years
http://www.skillsactive.com/
Title of Final Award
Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Sports Coaching
Title(s) of Exit Award(s)
Diploma of Higher Education in Sports Coaching
Certificate of Higher Education in Sports Coaching
Language of Study
English
Mode(s) of Attendance
Full time and part time
Mode(s) of Delivery
Taught
Intake start date(s) and number of
intakes per year
September 2014
Normal Period of Study
3 years full-time or 6 years part-time
UCAS Code
CX61
QAA Subject Benchmarking Group
Hospitality, Sport, Leisure and Tourism
2.
One intake per year
ADMISSIONS AND ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Prospective students should consult the latest prospectus and/or course pages online for
programme entry requirements.
Prospective students for Taught programmes should consult the Admissions Policy for Taught
Programmes. Prospective students for Professional Doctorate programmes should consult the
Postgraduate Research Programmes Admissions Policy. Both are available on the University’s public
webpage.
3.
3.1
EDUCATIONAL AIMS AND LEARNING OUTCOMES
The aims of the Programme are to:
a) Provide students with practical and research knowledge central to understanding sports coaching.
b) Develop a practically-informed, reflective, critical and multidisciplinary approach to the study of
sports coaching.
c) Provide students with the skills in research design, methodology and performance assessment to
systematically explore issues in sports coaching.
d) Develop active and lifelong learning and transferable employability skills needed to work within
sports coaching and sports development.
3.2
The Learning Outcomes of the Programme are:
Learning Outcomes for BSc (Hons) Sports Coaching
a) To engage in the practical application of coaching theory and knowledge.
b) To utilise appropriate research design, methodologies and performance analyses to facilitate and
sustain critical scholarly investigation of sports coaching and its effects.
c) To engage in effective forms of communication through the appropriate use of written,
interpersonal and presentational methods.
d) To embed the key skills of active learning expected from graduates, such as: debating and
questioning, independent and collaborative planning, interpersonal skills, goal-setting, selfmanagement, self-reflection and evaluation, and those skills related to communication and
information technology.
Appendix 1 outlines learning outcomes by module.
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On successful completion of the BSc (Hons) Sports Coaching programme, students will be able to
demonstrate the following skills.
A.
Knowledge and Understanding
a) The ability to demonstrate an informed, critical, reflexive and multidisciplinary understanding of
sports coaching.
b) The ability to critically, ethically, accurately reflect on specific issues and problems related to
sports coaching and the development of sport.
c) The ability to demonstrate a comprehensive and critical understanding coaching analysis and
performance-related research.
d) The ability to identify and critically evaluate emerging issues and practice in sports coaching and
the development of sport.
B.
Skills and other Attributes
a) The ability to effectively gather information using library and electronic resources.
b) The ability to deliver high quality coaching sessions to a variety of audiences.
c) The ability to reflect upon and critically evaluate coaching practice.
d) The ability to communicate ideas to specialist and non-specialist audiences.
e) The ability to work, research and learn material, independently and collectively.
*****
On successful completion of the Diploma of Higher Education Sports Coaching programme,
students will be able to demonstrate the following skills.
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A.
Knowledge and Understanding
a) The ability to demonstrate an informed, reflexive and multidisciplinary understanding of sports
coaching.
b) The ability to ethically and accurately reflect on specific issues and problems related to sports
coaching and the development of sport.
c) The ability to demonstrate a comprehensive understanding coaching analysis and performancerelated research.
d) The ability to identify and evaluate emerging issues and practice in sports coaching and the
development of sport.
B.
Skills and other Attributes
a) The ability to effectively gather information using library and electronic resources.
b) The ability to deliver coaching sessions to a variety of audiences.
c) The ability to reflect upon and evaluate coaching practice.
d) The ability to communicate ideas to specialist and non-specialist audiences.
e) The ability to work, research and evaluate material, independently and collectively.
*****
On successful completion of the Certificate of Higher Education Sports Coaching programme,
students will be able to demonstrate the following skills.
A.
Knowledge and Understanding
a) The ability to demonstrate an informed and multidisciplinary understanding of sports coaching.
b) The ability to accurately reflect on specific issues and problems related to sports coaching and the
development of sport.
c) The ability to demonstrate an understanding coaching analysis and related research.
d) The ability to identify emerging issues in sports coaching and the development of sport.
B.
Skills and other Attributes
a) The ability to effectively gather information using library and electronic resources.
b) The ability to deliver high quality coaching sessions to a variety of audiences.
c) The ability to reflect upon and critically evaluate coaching practice.
d) The ability to communicate ideas to specialist and non-specialist audiences.
e) The ability to work, research and learn material, independently and collectively.
Students graduating from this programme will be suitably qualified to work as professional sport
and/or exercise coaches, to take up teacher training with a specialism in physical education, to work
as sport development officers or to take up any generic graduate position.
4.
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE, LEVELS, MODULES, CREDIT AND AWARDS
This section outlines the levels of study, modules and credits required for each programme (where
there is more than one) and for final and exit awards.
The programme is based on a modular structure, and broadly organised around 4 ‘strands’ of
knowledge related to coaching practice. These are ‘Coaching Practice’; ‘Coaching Science’; ‘Sports
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Development’; and ‘Research Methods and Performance Analysis’. As such, individual modules are
held together through their relationship to the strands within which they sit. This promotes
curriculum which is both progressive, and aspires to be interdisciplinary where appropriate.
BSc (Hons) Sports Coaching
Module code and title
Level 4
SP1406 - Foundations of
Sports Coaching
SP1407 - Introduction to
the Science of Coaching
SP1405 - Foundations of
Sports Development
SP1400 - Introduction to
Research Methods
Credits
Core/Mandatory/
Optional
Comments (e.g. pre/corequisites)
30
Core
Delivered over 2 semesters
30
Core
Delivered over 2 semesters
30
Core
Delivered over 2 semesters
30
Core
30
Core
30
Core
15
Mandatory
Normally taken in Semester One.
15
Mandatory
Normally taken in Semester Two.
30
Core
Delivered over 2 semesters;
shared with other programmes in
the Department of Sports Studies
Exit award: Certificate of Higher Education
Level 5
SP2332 - Community
Coaching Practice
SP2331 - Coaching Science
SP2329 - Key Resources in
the Development of Sport
SP2330 - Community
Sports Development
SP2333 - Performance
Analysis
Delivered over 2 semesters;
students in coaching practice in
semester 2
Delivered over 2 semester
Delivered over 2 semesters
Exit award: Diploma of Higher Education
Level 6
SP3333 - Critical Issues in
Sports Coaching
SP3334 - Applied Coaching
Science
SP3332 - Sports
Development:
International Perspectives
SP3331 - Elite Sports
Development
30
Core
Delivered over 2 semesters
30
Core
Delivered over 2 semesters;
students delivering elements of
scientific support to athletes /
teams
15
Mandatory
Normally taken in Semester Two.
15
Mandatory
Normally taken in Semester One.
SP3300 - Dissertation
30
Core
Students will be expected to
complete an individual, research
based project over 2 semesters
SP3319 - Study Abroad
(Sport)
15
Optional
Normally taken in Semester One.
Glossary
Core = modules must be taken and passed
Mandatory = modules must be taken but may be eligible for compensation
Optional – modules may be selected by students, subject to availability
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Flexible part-time routes are available on an individually-negotiated basis.
5.
LEARNING, TEACHING AND ASSESSMENT
5.1
Means of delivery:
The BSc (Hons) Sports Coaching programme will make use of the following indicative learning and
teaching activities as identified in the Key Information Set Activity Type:
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Lectures
Seminars
Tutorials
Project Supervision
Demonstration
Practical Classes and Workshops
Fieldwork
External Visits
Guided Independent Study
Year Abroad – for optional Study Abroad (Sport) module
In addition, a variety of other teaching and learning methods will also be employed. These may
include:
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Guest Speakers
Small Group Learning Activities and Projects
Individual and Group Presentations
Role-Play Activities
Case-Study Analyses
Overall, students’ employability skills are developed throughout the programme with individual and
group-based exercises that require design, planning, analysis and evaluation within a theoretical and
practical context.
Additional information, which complements this, is available via the Unistats ‘widget’ on the
University’s individual course pages (applicable only for undergraduate programmes).
5.2
Types of assessment employed:
As outlined in Appendix 2, the following assessment types as identified in the Key Information Set
Activity Type will be employed within the BSc (Hons) Sports Coaching programme:
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Written Exam
Written Assignment, including Essay
Report
Dissertation
Portfolio
Project Output (other than Dissertation)
Oral Assessment and Presentation
Practical Skills Assessment
The interests of students with protected characteristics will be taken into consideration and
reasonable adjustments to assessments will be made provided that these do not compromise
academic standards as expressed through the learning outcomes.
6.
QUALITY ASSURANCE AND ENHANCEMENT
6.1
Mechanisms for review and evaluation:
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Quality assurance and enhancement at Module Level
Students provide feedback to module tutors through Module Evaluation Forms, reviews and other
responses. The tutor collates the evaluation forms and produces a response for discussion at
Programme Committee. The response identifies good practice and proposes remedies for any points
of concern. The response is made available to students at the next running of the module.
Quality assurance and enhancement at Programme Level
The Programme Committee evaluates the success of the programme, paying particular attention to
student feedback and student representatives. Minutes from the Programme Committee and the
External Examiners report will inform the Annual Programme Evaluation which is submitted for
approval to the Faculty Academic Development Committee. Issues for attention are identified and
included in the action plan for the following year.
Quality assurance and enhancement at Department Level
The Annual Programme Evaluation is submitted to the Department for discussion and to draw out
department objectives.
Quality assurance and enhancement at Faculty Level
The Annual Programme Evaluation is submitted to the Faculty Academic Development Committee
which has oversight of learning development in the Faculty, including via the Peer Observation of
Teaching.
Quality assurance and enhancement at University Level
The quality of the programme is monitored by an External Examiner appointed by the University’s
Senate Academic Development Committee. The External Examiner’s Report is distributed to the
Vice-Chancellor, First Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Director of Academic Quality and Development, the
Faculty Dean and Faculty Head of Quality. A summary of all external examiner reports is received at
Senate Academic Development Committee. An annual audit of Faculties is conducted by Senate
Academic Development Committee.
Quality assurance and enhancement for Staff
The quality of learning and teaching is supported by the Peer Observation of Teaching and Staff
Development, by Staff Development and Review, by attendance at conferences and curriculumfocused staff development, by external involvement such as external examining and by involvement
in research and knowledge exchange activities.
6.2 Indicators of Quality and Standards
External Examiner Report(s)
Annual Monitoring process
Student feedback including the National Student Survey or Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey
Student representation at Faculty level and University level committees
Programme Revalidation
Higher Education Review
7.
7.1
THE REGULATORY & POLICY FRAMEWORK
The programme conforms fully with the University’s:
Academic Regulations for Taught Programmes
7.2
No exemptions from the Academic Regulations are required.
7.3
External Professional Statutory Regulatory Body Accreditation
In line with the accreditation requirements, accreditation will be sought from Skills Active /
SportsCoachUK after programme has run for three years.
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Name of Accrediting Body: SkillsActive / SportCoachUK
Web Address: http://www.skillsactive.com
7.4
Engagement with UK Quality Code and Subject Benchmarks
Validation and Revalidation assure the University of the Programme’s continued engagement with
FHEQ and appropriate consideration of subject benchmarks. Between validations external examiners
assure the University that this engagement remains active and evident.
7.5
Engagement with Work Based Learning and Placements Approved Procedures
Students take the module SP2332 Community Coaching Placement in their second year. This is a
year-long module that aims to facilitate students’ reflection on coaching practice. To this end, the
module is ultimately designed with a view to engage students in coaching practice. During the
course of the first semester students will engage with the mechanics of coaching. Issues such as
session planning, season planning, and periodisation will be discussed, as will the need for proper
risk assessments and safe-guarding principles. Links will be made to the need to coach for specialist
populations, and the ideas of ‘teaching games for understanding’; and ‘delivering engaging sessions’.
On completion of this preparatory first semester, students will then be expected to embark on a
semester-long coaching ‘placement’ in a sport of their choice. During this period they will be
expected to deliver training ground sessions, and reflect on their own experiences with a view to
improve their (and ultimately others’) coaching practice.
This module conforms to the University of Winchester 2015-16 Work-Based Learning and
Placements – Approved Procedures policy. Students are responsible for organising their own sport
coaching placements but are guided and aided by the module tutors. The module leader is
responsible for ensuring that host organisations and students are aware of their responsibilities,
monitoring student progress and evaluating the module experience. Students are prepared for
placement with the provision of a DBS check, an accredited First Aid course and an accredited
Safeguarding and Protecting Children course. It is usual for all students to take a level one coaching
course during this module and before going on placement. Risk assessments have to be undertaken
at the host organisation before placement commences (these may be provided by the host
organisation). In addition, the host organisation is required to complete and sign a health and safety
form before placements commence.
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Appendix 1
Grid mapping Modules to Programme Learning Outcomes
a) To engage in the practical application of coaching theory and knowledge.
b) To utilise appropriate research design, methodologies and performance analyses to facilitate
and sustain critical scholarly investigation of sports coaching and its effects.
c) To engage in effective forms of communication through the appropriate use of written,
interpersonal and presentational methods.
d) To embed the key skills of active learning expected from graduates, such as: debating and
questioning, independent and collaborative planning, interpersonal skills, goal-setting, selfmanagement, self-reflection and evaluation, and those skills related to communication and
information technology.
To engage in
the practical
application
of coaching
theory and
knowledge.
To engage in
effective
forms of
communicati
on through
the
appropriate
use of
written,
interpersonal
and
presentation
al methods.
To embed
the key skills
of active
learning
expected
from
graduates,
such as:
debating and
questioning,
independent
and
collaborative
planning,
interpersona
l skills, goalsetting, selfmanagement
, selfreflection
and
evaluation,
and those
skills related
to
communicati
on and
information
technology.
X
X
X
X
X
X
SP1405 - Foundations of
Sports Development
X
X
X
SP1400 -Introduction to
Research Methods
X
X
X
SP2332 - Community
X
X
X
SP1406 - Foundations of
Sports Coaching
SP1407 - Introduction to the
Science of Coaching
To utilise
appropriate
research
design,
methodologi
es and
performance
analyses to
facilitate and
sustain
critical
scholarly
investigation
of sports
coaching and
its effects.
X
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Coaching Practice
SP2331 - Coaching Science
X
SP2329 - Key Resources in
the Development of Sport
X
X
x
x
X
X
SP2330 - Community Sports
Development
X
SP2333 - Performance
Analysis
X
X
X
X
SP2321 – Research Methods
X
X
X
X
SP3333 - Critical Issues in
Sports Coaching
X
X
X
SP3334 - Applied Coaching
Science
X
X
X
SP3332 - Sports
Development: International
Perspectives
X
X
X
SP3331 - Elite Sports
Development
X
X
X
SP3300 - Dissertation
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
SP3319 – Study Abroad
(Sport)
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SP1406 - Foundations of Sports
Coaching
X
SP1407 - Introduction to the
Science of Coaching
X
SP1405 - Foundations of Sports
Development
X
SP1400 -Introduction to Research
Methods
X
SP2332 - Community Coaching
Practice
X
X
X
X
SP2331 - Coaching Science
X
X
SP2329 - Key Resources in the
Development of Sport
X
SP2330 - Community Sports
Development
X
X
SP2333 - Performance Analysis
X
X
SP2321- Research Methods
X
X
SP3333 - Critical Issues in Sports
Coaching
X
X
X
SP3331 - Elite Sports Development
X
X
X
SP3334 - Applied Coaching Science
SP3332 - Sports Development:
International Perspectives
Practical Skills
Assessment
Project
Output
Proposal
Presentation
Portfolio
Examination
Essay / Report
Appendix 2
Grid Mapping Assessments for BSc (Hons) Sports Coaching
SP3300 - Dissertation
X
SP3319 – Study Abroad (Sport)
X
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X
X