Course summary
This course is for anyone who wants vocational experience while developing an extensive knowledge of sports management issues and concepts within the leisure industry. It will give you the relevant skills and abilities to work in the private, public or voluntary sector. You will also work towards coaching qualifications, a Level 2 gym instructor qualification and a safety steward qualification. In year 2 you will be required to undertake 120 hours of work placement.
Course details
Modules
Year 1 (Level 4): • fitness and well-being management • research methods and learning in a digital era • sport event management • sporting organisations and leadership • sport, physical activity and society • sports coaching and performance reviews Year 2 (Level 5): • applied coaching and high-performance cultures • community sports planning and delivery • managing the professional and elite sports environment • sports infrastructure, design and operation • the cultural sporting world • work placement and building a personal brand for sustainable employment
Assessment method
Assessments include phased tests, reports, portfolios, practical activity, work logs, reflective writing and presentations.
How to apply
26Jan
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.
Application codes
Please select a course option – you will then see the application code you need to use to apply for the course.
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
International applicants
Please contact the Gower College Swansea International Department at http://www.gcs.ac.uk/international or on +44 1792 284007.
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
Additional entry requirements
Other
A DBS check may be required for the placement element of this course at an approximate cost of £44.
Unistats information
Operated by the Office for Students
Student satisfaction
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| EU | £9000 | Year 1 |
| England | £9000 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9000 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9000 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9000 | Year 1 |
Additional fee information
There may be additional costs associated with this course i.e:
A DBS check may be required for your placement which costs £40
Kit package approx. £60
•travel to and from college, or placement
•photocopying, stationery and equipment costs (e.g. USB sticks)
•printing and binding
•gowns for graduation ceremonies
* College Bursary - a bursary of £1000 can be received (criteria apply) see website for details
Provider information
Gower College Swansea
Tycoch Road
Sketty
Swansea
SA2 9EB
Course contact details
Visit our course pageBethan Hughes (Admissions)
Enquiries
01792 284400