Course modules
Year 1
Academic and Professional Skills
This module provides students with first-hand experience where students will use their industry environment to develop practical and technical skills. Students will record and reflect on their own personal development during the module.
Sports Performance (Double module)
This module will also introduce students to fundamental anatomy and physiology, applied to sport (golf) and exercise performance contexts. It also covers the scientific basis of fitness testing and subsequent prescription of training for golf and exercise.
Introduction to Biomechanics and Physiology
This module will use a theoretical base to develop an understanding of essential terminology and, importantly, the application of biomechanical and technological principles to the performance and analysis of golf.
Introduction to Sports Psychology
This module is designed to introduce the student to the relationship between psychological factors and performance in golf.
Coaching Principles and Practice
This module provides the theory of the coaching process. It identifies the main philosophies, styles and practices of golf coaching. These include skill acquisition, delivery techniques, child protection, equity and coaching and the law.
Year 2
Industry Project
This module applies the practical, technical and personal skills developed in the Academic and Vocational Skills module previously. It will utilise a structured work environment for students to identify a suitable project, and work with their supervisor in developing and managing the project and reporting on the outcomes. Students will be encouraged to use the work project to develop professional working relationships and identify their chosen career options.
Research Development
The aim of this module is to develop the ability of students to undertake investigative research and underpin dissertation and double project work at Level 6. The module will focus upon information-related academic and market research skills, research methodology, data collection techniques, data analysis and writing skills.
Training and Conditioning for Sport Performance
The module applies specific conditioning practices to the enhancement of performance, and utilises the key performance indicators outlined by the National Strength and Conditioning Association.
Sports Performance Analysis
This module provides a framework in which golf coaches can apply the coaching process and develop techniques to evaluate golf performance. This will include a review of pertinent scientific elements of training/performance with students engaging in appropriate coaching practical sessions to elaborate upon the theoretical themes.
Talent Identification and Sport Development
The aim of this module is to provide the student with an understanding of performance pathways developed by organisations to develop players to their full potential and the theory associated with the selection of those players. Furthermore the module will provide students with an insight to the development of golf both nationally and internationally.
Coaching for Sport Performance
This module gives the student the opportunity to develop and appreciate the coaching skills, techniques and strategies for golf. It develops an awareness in students of the demands and considerations of golf coaching.
Year 3
Golf Industry Consultancy
This module aims to consolidate personal competencies in a wide range of areas associated with work activity and practice in order to ensure an effective transition from higher education to work. It will include: to maintain a commitment to continuing professional development which will continue beyond the requirements of the course into the work situation as a career skill, to ensure an effective job search has been undertaken in order to match personal skills, abilities and achievements with potential career paths and employers; to provide opportunities for students to further develop transferable skills for an effective role in the workplace.
High Performance Conditioning for Golf
This module aims to integrate aspects of sport psychology and sports conditioning into the golf coaching process. Its aim is to provide the golf coach/performance specialist with increased armoury for maximising success in competition through an increased awareness of mental preparation techniques and optimising the physical condition of the golfer.
High Performance Coaching for Golf
This module aims to develop the principles and skills of golf coaching and apply them to high performance settings. It aims to engage the student in critical discussion regarding issues of competitive coaching settings and the management of high performance environments within golf.
Coaching Specific Golf Groups
The module aims to demonstrate the potential variation in golf participants, and how these variations affect the coaching and training of the participants. The module focuses on a variety of physical disabilities as well as children, the elderly and the female performers.
Golf Research Project (Double module)
The project will enable the student to research a golf specific area in detail. The Tutor will guide the student as to suitable topics and enable them to find sources of information. The project might be in a particular specialism that the student wishes to progress to upon graduation.
Entry requirements & additional information
- Entry requirements
- Learning and assessment
- Progression
- Careers
- Professional accreditations
- Special requirements
Entry requirements
5 GCSE passes at Grade C (4) or above (including Maths and English or equivalent)
Plus 104 UCAS Tariff points from one or more of the following:
- 3 A-levels (A2) at C or above
- BTEC/C&G Level 3
- 4 Scottish Highers at C or above
- 4 Irish Highers at C or above
- International Baccalaureate at 24 points
- Access to HE Diploma in a relevant discipline
AS levels, BTEC Subsidiary Diploma and Scottish Intermediate 2s may be used to contribute to entry requirements but they are not sufficient for entry on their own. Alternative equivalent qualifications will also be considered positively.
Applicants who believe they may be eligible for Accreditation of Prior Certificated and/or Experiential Learning (APCL/APEL) for certain modules will be considered on an individual basis.
Applicants for whom English is a second language must be able to demonstrate proof of International English Language Testing System (IELTS) at level 6.0 (with no component score lower than 5.5) or equivalent.
All offers may be subject to successful interview
Learning and assessment
Learning Environment:
Students will be exposed to a variety of learning environments including lectures, seminars, workshops and practical sessions. They will have access to up to date ICT, analysis and sports science equipment.
Students are expected to undertake extensive independent study and research to support lectures, seminars and assessments. Group work and group presentations form an important part of the course. Students will have access to specialist IT hardware and software, an on-line learning environment and reference facility.
Assessment:
Students will face a variety of assessments including essays, reports, multimedia presentations, mini projects practical coaching sessions, coaching review, and reports, performance profile, oral defence, case studies, portfolios and posters.
What work experience can I get?
Students will have opportunities to build their experiences during project work and across all modules within the programme. Many assessments take a vocational approach and students have the opportunity to work with on-site PGA Professionals in order to build experience at elite level.
Progression
On successful completion of the course, students may apply for post-graduate studies (e.g. MA, MPhil, PhD) and can obtain advice and guidance from both Myerscough and University staff.
Careers
What careers can you follow?
The course aims to provide a programme of golf coaching and performance education which will enable degree holders to analyse key academic themes in the subject area and critically evaluate the wide range of coaching issues and practices within different sectors of the Golf Industry, which will therefore prepare them for a successful career in the UK or overseas. The course promotes an ethos of self-development and reflection throughout the curriculum in order to foster that greater personal awareness and confidence necessary to manage others.
Professional accreditations
Links with Professional Body:
The College works closely with:
· Professional Golfers Association (PGA)
· Royal and Ancient
· England Golf (EG)
Special requirements
Special Requirements:
Additional costs for items that are essential for the course include:
- Student corporate clothing / uniform - £70.00
Additional costs for enrichment opportunities and items that are optional for the course include:
- Dunhill Links Championship, St Andrews (PGA European Tour) - £100.00
- Aramco Ladies Saudi Invitational, Jeddah (LET / LPGA Tours) - £600.00
- BMW PGA Championship, Wentworth (PGA European Tour) - £140.00
- Warm Weather Training Camp, Vilamoura, Portugal - £795.00
- Golf Course (Myerscough College GC) Membership – Free
- Gym Membership (on-site) - Free
- Annual Locker Hire - £10
- Weekly playing Tour – The 2K24 Tour - £20/£30 per event, sponsored by Callaway Golf