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Taught Doctorate in Sport Coaching - DSC

Taught Doctorate in Sport Coaching - DSC

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Full time | Cyncoed Campus | 3 years | 30-SEP-24

Study mode

Full time

Duration

3 years

Start date

30-SEP-24

Key information
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Qualification type

Doctoral Programme

Subject areas

Sports Coaching

Course type

Research

Course Summary

Course Overview

The Doctorate in Sport Coaching aims to equip practitioners and related scholars with an appreciation of the symbiotic and synergetic relationship between theory and practice. As opposed to a distinct research focus characteristic of a traditional PhD, the amended emphasis of the DSC lies in practice as both the recipient and generator of research. The DSC arises from a demand for high-level, leading-edge knowledge and skills training, coupled with increasing the use and exploitation of coaching research in practice. It offers a unique opportunity for professional and career development, focusing on applied and experiential learning within a community of practice.

Assessment

The modules will be assessed by a combination of written assignments, presentations, portfolios of evidence and oral vivas. Preparation and support for assessments will be provided through classroom-based sessions, individual tutorials, formative assessment opportunities and library support.

Employability & Careers

This programme aims to provide a contemporary leading-edge academic and professionally relevant Doctorate for the international community of sports coaching practitioners and scholars. Potential career progression routes include sport coaching, coach education, coach development and Higher Education lecturing.

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£3,500

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£3,500

Entry requirements

The criteria for (i): Applicants will be expected to hold a first class or 2:1 BSc/BA (Hons) in an appropriate sports related degree. Furthermore, it will be expected that applicants would have achieved a minimum grade of 60% in their final year undergraduate research project. In exceptional circumstances, candidates with considerable relevant (coaching) experience who do not hold an undergraduate degree will also be considered for entry. Each applicant will be required to attend an interview in relation to their suitability. The criteria for (ii) are as follows: An MSc/MA degree in a sport related area appropriate to the pathway (e.g., Sports Coaching, Sports Pedagogy). A minimum of a Merit is required and a Distinction is preferred; A post-graduate degree in an alternative discipline area acceptable to the programme leader. A minimum of a Merit is required and a Distinction is preferred; Candidates with exceptional and extensive work experience and/or related qualifications in coaching and/or coach education will also be considered for entry; Current postgraduate students who wish to forego the dissertation component of their MSc in order to progress directly to the Doctorate in Sport Coaching.

University information

Cardiff Metropolitan University offers degree courses across a range of disciplines. Students can choose to study on either a full-time or part-time basis. Over 11,500 students from 140 countries study across its Cyncoed and Llandaff campuses. In addition, over 10,000 students attend its 17 partner institutions across 15 countries globally. As well as its undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, the university also undertakes impactful...more

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