5B050E - Applied Football Coaching (Online) 01 Sep 2026 - 31 Aug 2032 | Version 1
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | 5B050E | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Applied Football Coaching (Online) | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Life Sciences and Education | ||
| Faculty Group: | Sport | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Football Coaching | ||
| Module Leader: | Robyn Pinder | ||
| Module Team: | Liviu Cristea | ||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2026 | Final Year of Intake: | 2031 |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 30 | Credit Level: | 5 |
| Language: | |||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | |||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | 100096 - sports development | ||
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 100 | ||
Document Version Information
| Version | 1 |
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| Valid From | 01 Sep 2026 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2032 |
Module Aims
The main aims of the module are:
To develop students’ ability to apply pedagogical theory to design inclusive, participant-centred coaching practices.
To enhance critical understanding of how to coach specific populations, including youth athletes and underrepresented groups.
To encourage self-awareness and reflective practice that supports the continuous improvement of coaching identity and behaviour.
Content Summary
In this module, you’ll take your coaching to the next level by applying what you’ve learned so far to real-world football environments. Applied Football Coaching builds on your foundations from Level 4 and helps you grow into a more confident, inclusive, and reflective coach. You’ll explore advanced coaching concepts including pedagogical models, planning and designing sessions, and creating effective environments for learning - especially when working with youth athletes and underrepresented groups. You’ll also be encouraged to think deeply about your own coaching philosophy, identity, and leadership style, and how these influence your approach to different players and settings.
Through a mix of asynchronous online tasks, industry case studies, and practical, reflective challenges, you’ll develop the skills to adapt your coaching to meet the physical, emotional, social, and cognitive needs of your participants. This module prepares you for the real demands of coaching roles in grassroots, community, and academy football by equipping you with the insight and confidence to make a meaningful impact. By the end of the module, you’ll be better prepared to lead with purpose, plan with intention, and coach with empathy and professionalism in today’s dynamic football landscape.
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Problem/Challenge Based Learning | 56 |
| Guided Study | 104 |
| Placement | 50 |
| Formative Assessment | 30 |
| Summative Assessment | 60 |
| Total Hours Selected | 300 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Apply appropriate pedagogical approaches and planning frameworks to design inclusive coaching sessions for youth athletes and diverse participant groups |
| LO2 | Critically evaluate your coaching practice and philosophy in the context of applied settings, demonstrating informed decision-making and adaptability. |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Synchronous Onsite Oral Assessment | Individual Presentation (Synchronous Onsite) | he Coaching Portfolio Presentation provides students with the opportunity to demonstrate critical thinking, planning, and reflective skills in line with the University's emphasis on assessment as a tool for learning | 15 | N/A | 40 | No | 40 |
| Synchronous Onsite Practical Assessment | Practical Coursework (Onsite) | he Practical Coaching Session delivery component reflects the applied, industry-facing nature of the course, supporting the development of graduate attributes such as communication, leadership, and digital fluency. It provides a meaningful opportunity to demonstrate applied competence in football coaching, in line with professional standards and expectations | 20 | 2 | 60 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Individual Presentation (Synchronous Onsite) | ✔ | ✘ | |
| Practical Coursework (Onsite) | ✘ | ✔ | |