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HNC/HND Sport & Exercise Science (Coaching Science) Blended Learning

Course Overview

Level: 5
Attendance: Full Time (FT)
Duration: 2 Years
Course Code: TFK5522
Start Date: September 2025
UCAS Code: C618
Cost - UK/EU: £7,990.00

Code: TFK5522
Please note, course costs shown are per year.

Blended learning provides the perfect combination of online/distance learning and contact day attendance, which is ideal for those balancing their studies alongside other professional or sporting commitments. This HND programme enables a multidisciplinary study of sports science at a higher level. You will have the opportunity to develop your knowledge and skills within coaching as well as the sports science principals that underpin athletic performance.

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Course content

Renowned for our provision of high-quality teaching, your learning will include online lectures, seminars and activities, as well as independent study. Learning will be largely online with 5-7
contact days per year, where you will be required to visit Loughborough College. During these contact days you will be able to put theory into practice, by utilising our sports science laboratories and practical facilities, where you will learn to develop your coaching techniques under the guidance of our expert staff.

Assessments include a range of essays, projects, presentations and reports. Such diversity will allow you to experience various modes of academic and professional practice, developing your abilities and refining your skills in preparation for your next steps. We have an excellent support
system in place, where tutors will work closely with you both remotely and during contact
days throughout the duration of your programme. They will support your development and
track your academic progress to ensure that you achieve your best.

Entry requirements

48 UCAS points

Modules

Year 1 (HNC)

  • Nutrition
  • Fundamentals of Sport & Exercise Psychology
  • Anatomy and Physiology
  • Professional Skills
  • Training Fitness and Testing
  • Coaching Practice and Skill Development
  • Community Coaching
  • Injury Prevention

Year 2 (HND)

  • Research Project
  • Advanced Coaching
  • Talent IT and Development
  • Performance Analysis
  • Work Experience
  • Contemporary Issues in Coaching
  • Strength and Conditioning for Coaching

Progression opportunities

Following the successful completion of this course, students will be able to progress on to a Top-Up degree. Employment routes include sports development or coaching; both in professional
and community sport, including Premier League football clubs.

*Students are able to transfer to a campus-based top-up degree or into the final year of a campus-based or blended three year degree programme. BSc top-up (blended) Coaching subject to validation.

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