Course summary
This unique masters, which is largely delivered online, has been designed to develop research-informed sport coaches. MSc Sport Coaching provides knowledge from the forefront of coaching research. The course is ideal for aspiring and established coaches looking to develop their practice.
- The School of Sport and Exercise Sciences is ranked 6th for Sports Science (QS World University Rankings 2024)
- Study on this MSc Sport Coaching which is informed by the latest research and best practice in sport coaching from LJMU's School of Sport and Exercise Sciences
- Benefit from the flexibility of both online and face-to-face teaching, through a blended timetable of online pre-prepared lessons, online live sessions and face-to-face workshops on campus
- Face-to-face workshops will take place between September and May. These occur in Liverpool and typically involve two, concurrent days on campus per month
- Continue working as a coach in your own context, alongside studying the course
- Excellent vocational opportunities for work-related learning in your own coaching context or through one of LJMUs sporting partners
- Includes personalised assignments so you can apply knowledge to your own coaching practice on topics including: sport psychology, pedagogy, training programmes, performance analysis and talent development
- Learn with a cohort of high-performing coaches and network of LJMU staff, alumni and contacts across the world of sport
Assessment method
To cater for the wide-ranging content of our courses and the varied learning preferences of our students, we offer a range of assessment methods on each programme. To cater for the wide-ranging content of our course and the varied learning preferences of our students, we offer a range of assessment methods. Assessment techniques vary from module to module to and include: -Coaching as a Social Process module essay using a narrative style -Sport Coaching Pedagogy and Practice module portfolio -Coach Education and Development module case study -Advanced Training Programmes module presentation using a scientific style -Psychology for Sport Coaching module presentation and report -Talent Development and Performance Analysis module presentation -Independent Study module dissertation in a journal format
Entry requirements
-2:1 honours degree in a related area (2:2 honours degree considered where applicants can demonstrate extensive experience) -at least three years’ coaching experience Additional information: -RPL is accepted on this programme Other international requirements: -IELTS: IELTS 6.5 (minimum 5.5 in each component) -The blended learning structure of this course (partially online and partially in person) does not currently meet the criteria for a student visa application. However, the programme is open to those who do not require a student visa. If you have any questions regarding your eligibility for the programme, please contact [email protected] ahead of submitting an application.
English language requirements
-IELTS 6.5 (minimum 5.5 in each component)
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9090 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9090 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9090 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9090 | Year 1 |
| International | £18250 | Year 1 |
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
Liverpool John Moores University
Student Life Building
Copperas Hill
Liverpool
L3 5AJ