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Sports Coaching Foundation Degree in Bishop Auckland

Cost£7,995.00
Duration2 years
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
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About this course

Sports Coaching Foundation Degree in Bishop Auckland. Classes run at Bishop Auckland College, full-time over two years.

The course covers coaching theory, coaching practice, and coaching science. You'll also study community health, skill acquisition, and research methods. A Community Coaching Placement puts your learning into practice. You work with participants of different ages and abilities in real coaching settings.

You'll finish with a Foundation Degree in Sports Coaching.

Who this course is for

This programme explores the core theories, practices and professional skills required to become an effective and reflective sports coach across a range of community and performance environments. You will study key areas including coaching theory, coaching practice, coaching science, community health and social issues, academic and professional skills, contemporary developments in sports coaching, skill acquisition and research methods. A central part of the programme is the Community Coaching Placement, which allows you to apply your learning in real-world settings, work with participants of different ages and abilities, and develop practical coaching competence. Learning blends classroom teaching with practical coaching experience, allowing you to apply theory in real coaching contexts. As the programme progresses, you will refine your coaching approach, develop your analytical and communication skills, and build the confidence needed to support and motivate athletes of all ages and abilities.

Entry requirements

Applicants should hold a minimum of 80 UCAS points from A Levels, Level 3 Diplomas, a combination of Level 3 Certificates, or an Access to HE Diploma.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore core coaching theories and how to apply them.
  • You'll develop practical coaching skills across community and performance settings.
  • You'll study coaching science, including how athletes learn and develop.
  • You'll examine community health and social issues in sport.
  • You'll build academic and professional skills for a coaching career.
  • You'll complete a Community Coaching Placement with real participants.
  • You'll study contemporary developments in sports coaching.
  • You'll learn research methods to support evidence-based practice.

How you will learn

Learning combines classroom teaching with practical coaching experience. You'll apply theory in real coaching contexts during your Community Coaching Placement. As the course progresses, you'll refine your coaching approach and develop your analytical and communication skills. Assessment is likely to include coursework, practical observations, and research-based assignments.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Bishop Auckland College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Sports coach, working with community or performance athletes.
  • Community sports coach, delivering sessions for local clubs or councils.
  • School sports coach, supporting physical education and after-school sport.
  • Sports development officer, growing participation in a sport or region.
  • Strength and conditioning assistant, supporting athlete training programmes.

What you could study next

  • BA (Hons) Sports Coaching, the natural next step to a full honours degree.
  • Level 4 Coaching Qualification, a sport-specific award recognised by national governing bodies.
  • PGCE in Physical Education, for those who want to teach sport in schools.
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