Programme Specification
This Programme Specification provides a concise summary of the main features of the programme and the learning outcomes that a typical student might reasonably be expected to achieve and demonstrate if he/she takes full advantage of the learning opportunities that are provided.Sources of information on the programme can be found in Section 17
- Awarding Institution / Body
- Teaching Institution and Location of Delivery
-Preston Campus
-Burnley Campus
SHAPE, IVE (Chai Wan) campus, Hong Kong
- University School/Centre
- External Accreditation
- Title of Final Award
- Modes of Attendance offered
- UCAS Code
- Relevant Subject Benchmarking Group(s)
- Other external influences
- Date of production/revision of this form
Revised November 2013
- Aims of the Programme
- To produce knowledgeable and skilled graduates in the field of Sports Coaching.
- To develop the competencies and capabilities to lead and manage effective sports coaching environments.
- To equip students with a multidisciplinary skills base that can be applied in an interdisciplinary manner in a variety of local, national and international contexts.
- To provide a range of learning experiences, enabling students to become innovative and creative graduates.
- To promote an ethos of self-reflection and personal-development enabling the identification of on-going development needs and strategies for achievement
- Learning Outcomes, Teaching, Learning and Assessment Methods
A.Knowledge and Understanding
A1. Display a critical appreciation of the pedagogical variables and practices that impact upon learning in a range of sports coaching contexts.
A2. Develop a critically understanding of how monitoring, analysis and diagnosis of performance can be used develop an inter-disciplinary approach to the sports coaching process.
Teaching and Learning Methods
Lectures, seminars, workshops, practical coaching sessions led by tutors and students, practical experience within sports organisations, guest presentation and computer mediated communication (webCT).
Assessment methods
Essays, reports, presentations, multimedia presentations, practical coaching sessions, coaching reports, portfolio.
B.Subject-specific skills
B1. Critically apply a range of theoretical concepts to develop and lead a coherent inter-disciplinary approach to the sports coaching process.
B2. Critically evaluate contemporary coaching contexts and apply a range of problem solving techniques independently or as part of a team. .
Teaching and Learning Methods
Lectures, practical coaching sessions, workshops, seminars, guest presenters, practical experience within sports organisations and computer mediated communication (webCT).
Assessment methods
Essays, reports, multimedia presentations, coaching reports, presentations, portfolio
C.Thinking Skills
C1. Critically analyse, evaluate and interpret a wide range of evidence and data to draw conclusion
C2. Display a critical approach to problem solving a range of complex issues.
Teaching and Learning Methods
Workshops, lectures, seminars, guest presentations, practical experience within sports organisations and computer mediated communication (webCT).
Assessment methods
Mini projects, reports, coaching reports, multimedia presentations.
D.Other skills relevant to employability and personal development
D1.Independently plan and produce sustained intellectual work synthesising knowledge, concepts and theories from various sources.
D2 Develop advanced skills and competencies that can be applied in work based environments to make an effective contribution in appropriate sport, education or leisure contexts, utilized across a range of contexts.
Teaching and Learning Methods
Embedded across a range of modules and the professional practice strand. Delivered through workshops, practical activities and seminars.
Assessment methods
Portfolios, presentations and practical assessment activities.
13.Programme Structures* / 14.Awards and Credits*
Level / Module Code / Module Title / Credit rating
Level 6 / TL3144
TL3071
TL3143
TL3104
TL3910
TL3138
TL3102
XS3900
TL3154
TL3147
TL3073
TL3072
TL3134
TL3145
TL3146
TL3114 / Coaching Performance and Development (COMP) *
Coaching in the Community (COMP) *
Professional Academic Development & Research (3) (COMP) *
Choose one (Comp)
Consultancy Project
Single Research Project
Enterprise for Sport, Tourism and the Outdoors
Dissertation *
Double Research Project
Strength & Conditioning for Sport (O)
Performance Analysis for High Performance Sport (O)
Coaching Process for Specific Populations (O)*
Community Sports Development (O)
Coaching Practice and Reflection (O)
Elite Coaching Practice (O)
The Psychology of Sport Performance (O)
Industry Based Experience (O)
Exceptionally, students may take up to one 20 credit option at Stage 2 from the School’s module catalogue or the UCLan Advantage Curriculum Pathway provided that the option contributes to the learning outcomes of the programme. Permission of the Course Leader is required
*Indicates the modules to be delivered by SHAPE Hong Kong / 20
20
20
20
20
20
40
40
20
20
20
20
20
20
20
20 / BA (Hons) Sports (Coaching)
Requires 120 credits at Level 6
15.Personal Development Planning
Certain modules within the programme relate to personal development planning, in particular the enquiring mind suite which will demonstrate the ability to undertake a substantial piece of independent work. Also, the University offers the students a personal tutor system to monitor the student’s progress. Students will also be given the opportunity, and encouraged to engage in vocationally relevant qualifications. Work-based elements are embedded throughout a range of modules, which allow the student to reflect on their vocational development.
16.Admissions criteria
Programme Specifications include minimum entry requirements, including academic qualifications, together with appropriate experience and skills required for entry to study. These criteria may be expressed as a range rather than a specific grade. Amendments to entry requirements may have been made after these documents were published and you should consult the University’s website for the most up to date information.
Students will be informed of their personal minimum entry criteria in their offer letter.
Successful applicants should possess a Foundation Degree, Diploma in Higher Education, or a HND at pass level in an appropriate subject. Non-standard applications are considered on an individual basis and applicants may be interviewed. Students where English is not the first language need to demonstrate their ability in the English language through obtaining an IELTS score of 6.0 or above or equivalent.
Admissions Criteria for BA (Hons) Sport (Coaching) at SHAPE IVE, Hong Kong
Applicants interested in applying to BA (Hons) Sport (Coaching) must have completed the appropriate or equivalent course
Higher Diploma in Sport Coaching
Students where English is not the first language need to demonstrate their ability in the English language through obtaining an IELTS score of 6.0 or above or equivalent.
17.Key sources of information about the programme
- University website (
- Factsheet
- University Prospectus
- UCLan Sport applicant days and Open days
18. Curriculum Skills Map
Programme Learning Outcomes
Level / Module Code / Module Title / Compulsory (C) or Option (O) / Knowledge and understanding / Subject-specific Skills / Thinking Skills / Other skills relevant to employability and personal development
A1 / A2 / B1 / B2 / C1 / C2 / D1 / D2
TL3071 / Coaching in the Community / C / / / / / /
LEVEL 6 / TL3144 / Coaching Performance and Development / C / / / / / /
TL3910
TL3104
TL3138
XS3900
TL3102 / Single Research Project (20)
Consultancy Project
Enterprise for Sport, Tourism and the Outdoors
Double Research Project (40)
Dissertation / C / / / / /
TL3143 / Professional Academic Development & Research (3) / C / / / / / / /
TL3147 / Performance Analysis for High Performance Sport / O / / / / / /
TL3154 / Strength and Conditioning for Sport / O / / / / / / /
TL3073 / Coaching Process for Specific Populations / O / / / /
TL3072 / Community Sports Development / O / / / / / /
TL3145 / Elite Coaching Practice / O / / / / /
TL3146 / The Psychology of Sport Performance / O / / / /
TL3114 / Industry Based Experience / O / / / / /
TL3134 / Coaching Practice and Reflection / O / / / / / /