MSc Sports Coaching and Performance in Pontypridd United Kingdom | University of South Wales

University of South Wales | Pontypridd United Kingdom
Visit institution website for more information
Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP 16,000
(c. USD21,378.72)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months

Our master's program in sports coaching provides an in-depth exploration of how psychology, physiology, strength training, and movement analysis influence athletic performance. Tailored for current sports professionals or recent graduates with coaching background, this program emphasizes practical experience through a 140-hour placement with our industry partners. By blending theory with real-world application, you'll refine your ability to evaluate coaching methods, design effective training plans, and assess performance coaching strategies. The curriculum also covers essential aspects of high-performance sports environments. Notable graduates include Jevon Groves, Elite Men's Rugby Sevens coach at Hong Kong Sports Institute, and James French, performance analyst for Liverpool FC.

As the sports industry grows increasingly competitive, with numerous candidates vying for limited positions, advanced education becomes more valuable for career advancement. Professionals and newcomers alike seek postgraduate qualifications to stand out in this field. Our Sports Coaching master's equips students with both theoretical knowledge and practical skills to secure roles in the sports sector and advance to leadership positions. The University of South Wales has a proven history of producing highly employable graduates across sports and related industries, with career readiness remaining the central focus of our Sport academic programs.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.0

Qualification Requirements

Normally entrance to the course requires an Honours degree classification (at least a 2-2) in a relevant subject although relevant experience can also be taken into account.
This course is most suitable for those who hold a formal UKCC coaching qualification, preferably at Level 3, or those who have suitable coaching experience.
Alternatively those working within a coaching environment such as, a NGB coach, Academy coach, High performance coach, Sports development officer, strength and conditioning coach or sport science support will be considered.

IELTS - 6.0 with a minimum score of 5.5 in each component. TOEFL - 72 overall and a minimum of 18 in reading, 17 in listening, 20 in speaking and 17 in writing (including Home Edition).

Tuition GBP 16,000

Similar programs for you