Course Catalogue

The programme aims to develop individuals with a understanding of Sport Development & Coaching through theoretical, practical and work related learning experiences and will: Provide learning experiences that facilitate and encourage personal and professional development to enhance student employability or further study. Enhance student capacity to reflect upon their performance to improve their self-awareness, progression and development. Encourage a critical appreciation of the interdisciplinary nature of the subject area of sport coaching with particular reference to theories, principles, applications and methodologies. Facilitate student excellence in the process of becoming active, reflective and independent learners within a supportive environment through student centred learning. Develop an understanding of pedagogical theories and practice that are relevant to sport coaching & development. Develop an understanding of the coaching process and sport development initiatives and apply these to work experience opportunities to enhance learning. Develop students’ ability to understand, evaluate and apply scientific principles to the physical and psychological preparation of the participant along the sport pathway. Augment student knowledge and experience of relevant sport development and coaching opportunities. Gain a comprehensive perspective on sports coaching opportunities in contemporary society, reflecting key trends and the relevant national benchmarks. Prepare students for employment within the field of sport coaching and development who are able to innovate, make informed judgements and manage change. Encourage appreciation and reflection on how protected characteristics and demographics (such as ethnicity, gender, religion, sexuality, socioeconomic status),and intersections thereof, contribute to experiences in Sport & Exercise Sciences and what action can be taken to promote a more equitable society.

Acquisition of outcomes is gained through a range of teaching and learning approaches which will be used dependent on the nature of the subject matter, the student learning experience and the level of study. Students will be taught in differing size groups to support the nature of the activity. Sport coaching practical sessions will cover a range of activities and will support the students in developing their own skills, competencies and abilities within practical activity and coaching. In addition, national governing bodies of sport and relevant agencies/charities will also be involved in the delivery of specific practical areas. This knowledge will be supplemented by more theoretically focused learning to ensure a rounded and comprehensive view of the subjects studied. Work-related learning will be used to bring real life experiences into the curriculum and will allow students a chance to either work with outside agencies or to work with real problems and case studies. Work based learning forms an integral part of the programme and offers students the chance to engage in a placement of their choice and start to create their own connections and networks. Through personal tutor groups, Professional Development Plans and Work Related Learning, students get a chance to work with their own goals and actions and pro-actively move themselves towards their future career. Tutorial support is given on all modules through a variety of processes and personally through the personal tutor system. Formal assessment of knowledge and understanding is through, assessed coursework such as essays and reports and individual and group presentations. Presentations, projects and coaching portfolios are based in the main on individual research. To align with the overall objectives of the programme, assessment will embrace both formative and summative approaches, and be constructively aligned to the learning outcomes. Assessments will be undertaken regularly; will be efficiently administered; and will be student centred. Attention will attempt to focus to the timely delivery of feedback on both formative and summative assessments. Intellectual skills are promoted, practiced and developed through active and experiential learning processes. The programme uses a variety of teaching methods including, case studies, work related learning opportunities, group work, reflection and independent work. All modules in the programme emphasise student centred learning, involving student in task based activities followed by discussion, feedback and a wider application of the concepts. These skills will be built up on and developed as a student progresses through their programme of study. Guest lectures involving delivery of current initiatives and personal reflections of practitioners. All students receive initial generic and module specific guidance and specialist induction on the identification and use of multimedia materials in the LRC and alternative local and non-local sources. Guidance for the production of coursework - essays, oral presentations, research projects and portfolios are provided at a modular level. Criteria for assessment accompany individual assignments indicative and essential sources accompany course outlines. These skills will be built up on and developed as a student progresses through their programme of study. A range of methods will be employed to help students achieve and these will be progressively developed through the programme. Feedback will be given to help student to appraise their own performance and development and personal tutor groups will be used as a peer support mechanism and a place to practice. Oral and written feedback will be given regularly. Deadlines across modules on the programme are monitored carefully to minimise bunching and promote effective time management. Group work is encouraged through task-based activities and discussions. Effective communication is assessed through all areas of learners work. Students are

At Everton Football College & LJMU, it is vitally important to enable students to gain as broad a range of employment related skills as possible. To that end, we ensure that work related learning (sometimes known as work placement) is an integral part of the course. WRL not only provides an opportunity to gain first-hand experience, it also provides students with valuable contacts and information regarding possible employment upon graduation. Work related learning is an integral part of the programme. A DBS check is not required for your application, however a DBS will be required for modules where there is a work based learning placement.