Entry requirements

You should have a minimum 2:2 Honours degree (2:1 preferred), or equivalent. If you do not have formal qualifications but do have significant, appropriate work/life experience, you are also encouraged to apply. This course will only run subject to minimum numbers.

Months of entry

September

Course content

Study this unique Masters course at Liverpool John Moores University - a higher education institution accredited to work with governing bodies of sport to deliver a UKCC Level 4 coaching programme. The course is aimed at coaches keen to enhance their capability through analysis and critical reflection of their personal coaching practice.

Masters degree available to study full time (one year) or part time (two years)
Study at LJMU, accredited to work with governing bodies of sport to deliver a UKCC Level 4 coaching programme
Enjoy a combination of online blended and on-campus learning with guest lectures from industry specialists
Enhance your practice through analysis and critical reflection
Benefit from an industry-guided curriculum featuring practice-relevant content
This course will only run subject to minimum numbers

Delivered via a combination of intensive block teaching and distance learning, this Masters programme already has links with a number of prestigious partners including British Cycling and Everton FC.

Throughout your course you will need to be actively involved in coaching and may be able to secure a placement with one of our partners.

You can study full time over a year or part time over three years alongside employment. During this time, you will be fully supported by your programme team.

Staff can be contacted via email and often use Skype, Google Hangouts and other online technologies to assist students outside of standard hours.

Returning learners can look forward to a special induction event with academic staff, orientation activities and study skills support sessions covering everything from academic writing to presentations.

Based at the IM Marsh campus in the leafy suburb of Aigburth, just four miles from the city centre, you will have access to learning and computer resources and an on-site library.

Resident sports facilities include two gymnasiums, a climbing wall, fitness suite, sports hall with 5-a-side pitches and badminton, basketball and tennis courts, an all-weather astroturf pitch and outdoor netball and tennis courts.

Information for international students

LJMU will be awarding a range of generous international scholarships for students enrolling at the University in September. Please contact LJMU’s International Team by visiting International students for more information and advice.

Fees and funding

Please contact the Faculty of Education, Health and Community (Education) for up to date information regarding fees. The Faculty can be contacted by email at marshadmissions@ljmu.ac.uk or telephone 0151 231 5340.

Qualification and course duration

MSc

full time

12 months

part time

24 months

Course contact details

Name: Course Enquiries
Email: courses@ljmu.ac.uk

Phone: 0151 231 5090

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