Course summary
The MSc Youth Athletic Development postgraduate degree at Cardiff Met provides you with the underpinning knowledge and practical application within the fields of youth strength and conditioning. Throughout the programme you will explore the fundamental principles of youth development, including; growth and maturation, talent identification, and assessment and monitoring. Furthermore, students will study the science and application of developing fitness qualities in youth, covering topics such as athletic motor skill competency development, strength, power, and speed development, energy system development, and the pedagogical skills needed to deliver training programmes to youth populations. There are also modules dedicated to reducing injury risk in youth, and students will explore risk factor identification and programming to reduce injury risk. These core modules will combine a mix of remote online distance learning, and in-person sessions delivered during two one-week long on-campus periods during term 1 and 2 respectively. *Please note: Students will need to cover the cost of travel, accommodation and sustenance for the on-campus delivery Work-based learning is a key element of the programme, to enable you to apply your knowledge from the programme in real-world settings and to gain valuable experience to use as a foundation for future employment. This holistic approach to youth athletic development, delivered by world-class researchers and practitioners, will provide you with the knowledge and practical skills for future employment within the youth strength and conditioning sector. Possible exit points - MSc/PgD/PgC
Modules
The MSc in Youth Athletic Development is a blended-learning postgraduate degree, comprising of 11 weeks of off campus delivery and 1 week of on campus delivery for each term. Theory content is delivered online via asynchronous methods, including timetabled live on-line seminars and there are two, week-long in-person teaching weeks for the whole course (see dates below). The modules on the MSc Youth Athletic Development are highlighted below. Specialist staff will use their research profile and applied backgrounds to deliver relevant and up-to-date theory and practical content to give students a wide knowledge base in youth athletic development. Alongside developing practical skills within youth athletic development, students are afforded the opportunity to develop their academic skills of critical appraisal and reflection in a range of topics. MSc in Youth Athletic Development – Blended Learning (180 credits)
- Fundamentals of Youth Athletic Development - 20 credits - Term 1: Sep – Jan
- For those students who do not want to undertake the 40-credit Internship module, they will have the option to study the two 20-credit modules of Independent Study and Preparation and Planning For S&C.
Assessment method
The assessment strategies for each module vary to ensure that most appropriate method is implemented for the specific module. Modes of assessment are designed to both enhance your learning experience and to acknowledge that you have fulfilled the learning outcomes linked to each module. Assessment also ensures that you have achieved the standard required to qualify for an award (as articulated by the FHEQ and CQFW). Assessments support your learning experience by providing opportunities for you to engage in formative and summative assessments to test your knowledge, ability, skill, and critical understanding. Assessments used throughout the MSc Youth Athletic Development will include:
- written coursework
- presentations
- exams
- practical assessments
- other activities designed to assess, develop, and enhance academic and employability skills
Qualified teacher status (QTS)
To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:
- Course does not award QTS
Entry requirements
The School is committed to an Equal Opportunities Policy under which all applicants and students are treated equally regardless of gender, ethnic or national origin, disability, sexuality, age, beliefs or sporting ability. Each applicant is considered on their academic merits and their ability to demonstrate an interest and ability in the subject area. The School is committed to high standards of academic performance and involvement in sport and exercise. Each applicant must meet suitable criteria as outlined in the University criteria for the admission of students to modular Master’s Degrees (and for Postgraduate Certificate and Postgraduate Diploma programmes). The policy of the Cardiff School of Sport & Health Sciences is to recruit students who are capable of successfully completing and benefiting from a designated Post Graduate programme offered by the School. Applicants should normally have one of the following: • An honours degree (2.1 or above) in a sport or exercise related area appropriate to the programme. • An honours degree (2.1 or above) in an alternative discipline area that is acceptable to the Programme Director. • Candidates with exceptional and extensive work experience in coaching, working within the health and fitness industry, sport science or exercise science will also be considered for entry to the programme Students are normally selected on the basis of their formal application and a CV. International Applicants: Students whose first language is not English will need to provide evidence of fluency to at least an IELTS 6.5 standard or equivalent. For full details about how to apply and English Language qualifications please visit the International pages on the Cardiff Met website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Republic of Ireland | £1225 | Module |
| England | £1225 | Module |
| Northern Ireland | £1225 | Module |
| Scotland | £1225 | Module |
| Wales | £1225 | Module |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
Cardiff Metropolitan University
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