Contemporary Issues in Sports Coaching (MSPO4273)

A multi-disciplinary approach (cultural/social/historical) is encouraged so that students develop their awareness of how a contemporary issue can be tackled from a range of theoretical perspectives. Module tutors will aim to facilitate independent learning, helping students cultivate a self-directed approach to a critical analysis of contemporary sports coaching.

Part of MSci Cricket Coaching and Management

This module is part of the University’s MSci Cricket Coaching and Management course. You will study alongside other students on this course. The module is also part of the Professional Development MA/MSc course - a flexible course that you help design to take your career to the next level.

Overview

Intended Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of the module, students should be able to:

Demonstrate an evidence-based approach to an analysis of a contemporary issue in sports coaching
Critically evaluate issues in sports coaching within broader social, cultural historical, economic and political contexts
Critically appraise a variety of theoretical perspectives and their application to an improved understanding of modern sport

Indicative Content

While theoretical perspectives will be re-visited, the content, within the parameters of the learning outcomes of the module, is largely determined by the students.

The module team will guide the students to select appropriate issues/problems in their areas of interest.

Typical areas of study might surround the professionalisation of coaching; talent identification/development; managing interdisciplinary teams; safeguarding and child protection.

It is expected that all advertised modules will run, but there may be situations where there are insufficient students to make a particular module viable.

Career benefits

Completing this module should have a direct impact on your career where it requires skills, knowledge and ability in the area of Cricket Coaching and Management.

Completing work for this module also provides an opportunity to demonstrate your professional understanding and capabilities in annual reviews, in seeking increments and promotions, or job interviews.

Module delivery

This modules is delivered in taught face to face sessions on a weekly basis.

Assessment

Assessment of this module includes a Portfolio (6,000 words). Through negotiation with the module tutor, students will design a bespoke format(s) of assessment to best demonstrate having met the learning outcomes for the module. For example, students may choose to complete a small range of components to comprise their portfolio such as an essay (3,000 words) and a reflective log (3,000 words) thereby critically reviewing a contemporary issue and how this issue relates to their own coaching context.

Entry Requirements

Entry to this module requires registration to a postgraduate award in Professional Development. The module is also available as a stand alone module, anyone wishing to take this module as a stand alone module should contact the admissions team.

No prior study is required for this module, but it is advisable to contact the module leader prior to selection of this module.