8Jun
UndergraduateUniversity Centre Myerscough has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework.These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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Course summary
The course is delivered at University Centre Myerscough and awarded by the University of Central Lancashire. The course produces well qualified graduates with the necessary skills for careers in golf club management, tournament operations and administration. It is also a perfect choice for students wanting careers in event management, marketing, equipment technology and media - as well as the option of becoming a golf professional. The course is designed to enable students to achieve a practically-based vocational qualification. The programme incorporates presentations from specialist guest speakers and visits to industry sites. There is also a work-based learning module and assistance from industry personnel in the assessment of students’ performance. It should be noted that to succeed on this course it is not a pre-requisite to be a low handicap golfer.
Modules
Year 1 - Academic and Vocational Skills; Introduction to Golf Business; Golf Retail Management; An Introduction to Golf Course Design and Agronomy. Year 2 - Coaching Principles and Practice; Applied Golf Science and Equipment Technology; Research Development; Professional Golf Practice. Year 3 - Industry Project; Sports Event Management; Coaching for Sport Performance; Golf Club Operations.
How to apply
29Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
- Year 2
- Year 3
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 48 points
A level - CE
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - PPP
Access to HE Diploma - D: 0 credits M: 0 credits P: 45 credits
Scottish Higher - CCD
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MP
Scottish Advanced Higher - CD
T Level - P - D*
Normally 5 GCSEs Including Maths and English (or equivalents) are required, however, applicants are advised to check with the University Centre if they do not possess the specific qualifications. The University Centre may consider applicants with work experience within a relevant industry in place of some qualifications. Applicants who believe they may be eligible for Accreditation of Prior Certificated and/or Experiential Learning (APCL/APEL) will be considered on an individual basis. If you have any queries in relation to entry qualifications, then please contact the University Centre directly.
Additional entry requirements
Interview
You may be required to attend an interview and will be contacted directly if this is the case.
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | Applicants for whom English is a second language must be able to demonstrate proof of International English Language Testing System at level 6.0 (with no component score lower than 5.5) or equivalent. |
Student Outcomes
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There is no data available for this course. For further information visit the Discover Uni website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £1125 | Module |
| Northern Ireland | £1125 | Module |
| Scotland | £1125 | Module |
| Wales | £1125 | Module |
| EU | £1250 | Module |
| International | £1250 | Module |
| Channel Islands | £1125 | Module |
Additional fee information
Additional costs for opportunities and items that are optional for the course include: student corporate clothing - £75.00; Dunhill Links Championship, St Andrews (PGA European Tour) - £100.00; Turkish Airlines Open, Antalya (PGA European Tour) - £625.00; BMW PGA Championship, Wentworth (PGA European Tour) - £120.00; Warm Weather Training Camp, Vilamoura, Portugal - £725.00; Golf Course (Myerscough College GC) Membership - £49.00; Annual Locker Hire - £10; Collegiate / Prospects Tour Membership - £100 (+ fee per qualifying event)
Provider information
University Centre Myerscough
St Michael's Road
Bilsborrow
Preston
PR3 0RY