Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Coaching Science and Sports Pedagogy

Faculty of Business and Humanities
Award Class Major Award
Awards
BSc (Hons)
Programme Code CR_BCSSP_8 Mode of Delivery Full Time, ACCS No. of Semesters 8
NFQ Level 8 Embedded Award No Programme Credits 240
Next Review Date
Review Type Date
Programmatic Review 01/06/2028
Department SPORT, LEISURE & CHILDHOOD STUDIES
 

Programme Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this programme the graduate will be able to demonstrate... :

# PO Domains Programme Learning Outcome
PO1 Knowledge - Breadth A comprehensive knowledge of the theory, concepts, polices, and pedagogical methods pertaining to the mandatory programme components of coaching science, sports pedagogy, and physical education curriculum studies, in addition to one of the two elective pathways of strength & conditioning/health & well-being.
PO2 Knowledge - Breadth An ability to select and utilise relevant knowledge sources and applications of key principles relating to Anatomical, Physiological & Biomechanical aspects of Movement; Disability & Adapted Physical Activity; Historical. Sociological, & Philosophical aspects of Physical Education; Growth, Motor Learning & Development of the Child & Adolescent; Physical Activity & Sport Promotion across the Lifespan; Artistic & Creative Studies in Physical Education; and Applied Practical Studies (APS) in each of the strands of the Physical Education Curriculum.
PO3 Knowledge - Kind An application of appropriate theoretical concepts and utilise the necessary skills to plan for instruction, design and reflection in the coaching science, sports pedagogy, strength & conditioning, and/or health & well-being prepared environments that promote critical thinking, autonomy, care of self, well-being, and respect for others and the setting.
PO4 Knowledge - Kind A capacity to acquire, evaluate and apply knowledge through research, critical thinking and problem solving to design, implement and evaluate mixed ability coaching and teaching environments based on the principles of inclusion, equality and diversity that positively support children/students/athletes with a range of abilities and additional needs across a variety of sports coaching and physical education settings.
PO5 Skill - Range An application of inclusive operational and leadership principles to effectively manage in the coaching science, sports pedagogy, strength & conditioning, and/or health & well-being domains.
PO6 Skill - Range Practical and technical competence in a range of skills and tools relating to the coaching and sports pedagogy programme development and evaluation, in addition to exercise and fitness programme design for all and/or sustainable health promotion modelling.
PO7 Skill - Selectivity Appropriate judgement, and select appropriate solutions using evidence-based best practice, in the planning, advocacy, design and supervisory functions related to the various roles in the coaching science, sports pedagogy, strength & conditioning, and/or health & well-being domains.
PO8 Skill - Selectivity Analytical skills with regard to complex issues relating to coaching science, sports pedagogy, EDI, exercise and wellness, and/or health promotion in a practical context and develop appropriate solutions through the disciplines of sports psychology, sociology, physiology, biomechanics, and motor development.
PO9 Skill - Selectivity A recognition of, and act within, a critically reflective process, on personal and sectoral development actions in keeping with national and international best practice.
PO10 Competence - Context Organisational skills and the ability to manage people and processes in the transient and constantly changing sectors of the coaching science, sports pedagogy, strength & conditioning, and/or health & well-being domains.
PO11 Competence - Context An ability to conduct advanced research, incorporating analytical design and problem-solving skills in a professional, accountable and creative manner in a wide range of contexts within the coaching science, sports pedagogy, strength & conditioning, and/or health & well-being domains.
PO12 Competence - Role The capacity to work independently or as a member of a team, both ethically and professionally, in the processes of contributing to, coordinating, and initiating effective change within the coaching science, sports pedagogy, strength & conditioning, and/or health & well-being domains.
PO13 Competence - Role Effective leadership and communication skills when working within a variety of sports, health, and educational settings; leading groups, managing teams, initiating and driving change, and promoting equality, diversity and inclusion within the coaching science, sports pedagogy, strength & conditioning, and/or health & well-being domains.
PO14 Competence - Learning to Learn Evidence of the attributes of a reflective, autonomous, self-directed learner possessing the appropriate competencies, confidence and discipline to broaden and deepen knowledge and expertise in the coaching science, sports pedagogy, strength & conditioning, and/or health & well-being domains.
PO15 Competence - Learning to Learn Engagement in continuous professional development (CPD) and utilise appropriate new learning opportunities to re-focus, re-frame and/or contextualise prior learning.
PO16 Competence - Learning to Learn An ability to identify and assess the training needs of staff and colleagues in the relevant work environment and foster a ‘learning organisation’ culture to develop a sense of empowerment, initiative and entrepreneurship.
PO17 Competence - Insight Self-confidence and an appropriate assertiveness when managing work-related problems, while demonstrating an appreciation of the ethical and legal issues involved in the sensitive management of work colleagues, collaborating with various sports, health, and educational settings, and/or communicating with parents.
PO18 Competence - Insight An ability to develop and justify a comprehensive, personal world view, centred on international evidence-based best practice in the coaching science, sports pedagogy, strength & conditioning, and/or health & well-being domains.
 

Semester Schedules

Year 1 / Semester 1

Mandatory 
Code Title Module Coordinator Version Credits
CMOD6001 Creativity Innovation&Teamwork MARESE BERMINGHAM 3 5
SPRT6018 Foundations of T&L in Phys Ed Cian O'Neill 2 5
SPRT6016 Nutrition for Health Cian O'Neill 2 5
SPRT6019 Pedagogy ofAdventure/Athletics Cian O'Neill 2 5
SPRT7043 Soc. Perspectives in PA/Sport Cian O'Neill 1 5
SPRT6022 The Science & Art of Coaching Cian O'Neill 1 5

Year 1 / Semester 2

Mandatory 
Code Title Module Coordinator Version Credits
SPRT6001 Anatomy & Physiology Cian O'Neill 3 5
SPRT6007 Gym Instruction Cian O'Neill 4 5
SPRT6012 Motor Development in Youth Cian O'Neill 5 5
SPRT6020 Pedagogy of Gymnastics & Dance Cian O'Neill 2 5
SPRT6021 Pedagogy of Invasion Games Cian O'Neill 2 5
SPRT6011 Principles of Sport Psychology Cian O'Neill 6 5
 

Year 2 / Semester 1

Mandatory 
Code Title Module Coordinator Version Credits
SPRT7033 Applied Exercise Physiology Cian O'Neill 2 5
SPRT7034 Aquatics: Swim Teaching Cian O'Neill 3 5
SPRT7002 Athletic Performance & Testing Cian O'Neill 3 5
SPRT6023 Coaching Principles & Practice Cian O'Neill 1 5
SPRT6024 Pedagogy of Net Games Cian O'Neill 1 5
SPRT7036 Sport & Exercise Psychology Cian O'Neill 2 5

Year 2 / Semester 2

Mandatory 
Code Title Module Coordinator Version Credits
SPRT7001 Adapted Physical Activity Cian O'Neill 3 5
SPRT6026 Pedagogy of HRA Cian O'Neill 1 5
SPRT6027 Pedagogy of Strike&Field Games Cian O'Neill 2 5
SPRT7037 Qualitative Biomechanics Cian O'Neill 1 5
SPRT7038 Skill Acquisition Cian O'Neill 1 5
SPRT7042 Sports Technology & Innovation Cian O'Neill 1 5
 

Year 3 / Semester 1

Mandatory 
Code Title Module Coordinator Version Credits
SPRT8010 Applied Sports Psychology Cian O'Neill 1 5
SPRT8005 High Performance Conditioning Cian O'Neill 2 5
SPRT8016 Innovations in PE Pedagogy Cian O'Neill 1 5
SPRT8015 Integrated Sport Science&Perf. Cian O'Neill 1 5
Elective 
Code Title Module Coordinator Version Credits
SPRT6003 Aquatics:Intro to Water Safety Cian O'Neill 4 5
FREE6001 Free Choice Module PAUL GALLAGHER 3 5
SPRT7014 Health Promotion Cian O'Neill 2 5
SPRT8012 Physical Activity for Life Cian O'Neill 1 5

Year 3 / Semester 2

Mandatory 
Code Title Module Coordinator Version Credits
SPRT7006 Coaching Elite Sport Cian O'Neill 5 5
SPRT7025 Professional Development Cian O'Neill 2 5
SPRT7041 Research Methods: Coaching Cian O'Neill 1 5
SPRT8003 Sports Performance Analysis Cian O'Neill 2 5
Elective 
Code Title Module Coordinator Version Credits
FREE6001 Free Choice Module PAUL GALLAGHER 3 5
SPRT7023 Personal Training Cian O'Neill 5 5
SPRT8006 Physical Activity and Children Cian O'Neill 2 5
SPRT8013 Sports Event Management Cian O'Neill 1 5
 

Year 4 / Semester 1

Year 4 Semester 1 Elective Regulation
Students unable to undertake Placement can select 4 modules (20 ECTS) from the range of modules listed under GE2.
Mandatory 
Code Title Module Coordinator Version Credits
EDUC8061 Dissertation: Field Work Cian O'Neill 1 10
Group Elective 1 
Code Title Module Coordinator Version Credits
PLAC8018 Placement: Coaching/Pedagogy Cian O'Neill 1 20
Group Elective 2 
Code Title Module Coordinator Version Credits
CHLD8006 APE for the Young Child Cian O'Neill 2 5
SPRT7007 Entrepreneurship in Leisure Cian O'Neill 3 5
SPRT7019 HR & Sports Policy Cian O'Neill 3 5
SPRT7022 Leisure Facility Operations Cian O'Neill 3 5
EDUC8032 PE: Moving and Learning Cian O'Neill 2 5
MRKT8004 Social Marketing Katie Power 5 5

Year 4 / Semester 2

Mandatory 
Code Title Module Coordinator Version Credits
EDUC8062 Dissertation: Analysis Cian O'Neill 1 5
SPRT8009 High Performance Sport Mgmt. Cian O'Neill 2 5
EDUC8063 Positive Wellbeing&Resilience Cian O'Neill 1 5
SPRT8008 Sports Nutrition Cian O'Neill 2 5
Elective 
Code Title Module Coordinator Version Credits
SPRT8004 Clinical Exercise Practitioner Cian O'Neill 3 5
FREE6001 Free Choice Module PAUL GALLAGHER 3 5
SPRT8014 Philosophy&Sociology in Sport Cian O'Neill 1 5
SPRT8011 Workplace Health Promotion Cian O'Neill 1 5