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SMGT10100

Academic Year 2025/2026

Theory of Coaching (SMGT10100)

Subject:
Sports Management
College:
Health & Agricultural Sciences
School:
Public Hlth, Phys & Sports Sci
Level:
1 (Introductory)
Credits:
5
Module Coordinator:
Ms Orlaith Curran
Trimester:
Autumn
Mode of Delivery:
On Campus
Internship Module:
No
How will I be graded?
Letter grades

Curricular information is subject to change.

This module is an introduction to the science and research in coaching and coaching practice. Fundamental topics will be covered such as the coaching process and how to structure a coaching session. The aim of the module is to provide students with an awareness of the current coaching literature and how this can inform coaching practice.

About this Module

Learning Outcomes:

On completion of this module students should be able to:

-Plan a coaching session
-Have an understanding of the coaching process
-Articulate their own coaching philosophy
-Awareness of coaching styles
-Review current coaching literature
-Understand how to facilitate athlete centred coaching

Indicative Module Content:

-Coaching philosophy
-The coaching process
-Coach education
-Coaching styles
-Coach athlete relationship
-Athlete centred coaching
-Creating a coaching session

Student Effort Hours:
Student Effort Type Hours
Specified Learning Activities

36
Autonomous Student Learning

65
Lectures

24
Total

125

Approaches to Teaching and Learning:
This module will be delivered through a variety of formats for optimal student engagement. Students are required to actively engage within their learning, this will be in the format of class contributions, peer learning, practical sessions and group discussions.

Lectures will be delivered through a mixture of live lectures and practical sessions. Students are expected to engage and participate in practical scenarios in practical classes.

Requirements, Exclusions and Recommendations
Learning Recommendations:

An interest in sport and some experience with coaching, either as an athlete or as a coach.


Module Requisites and Incompatibles
Not applicable to this module.
 

Assessment Strategy
Description Timing Component Scale Must Pass Component % of Final Grade In Module Component Repeat Offered
Assignment(Including Essay): In this individual assignment, students are ask to write a short, research-based, essay about coaching philosophies, processes and practices. Week 6 Graded No
20
 No
Assignment(Including Essay): In this individual assignment, students are ask to write a short, research-based, essay about coach education and session planning. Week 12 Graded No
50
 No
Participation in Learning Activities: Practical Session 1 Week 4 Graded No
10
 No
Participation in Learning Activities: Practical Session 2 Week 7 Graded No
10
 No
Participation in Learning Activities: Practical Session 3 Week 9, Week 10 Graded No
10
 No

Carry forward of passed components
Yes
 

Resit In Terminal Exam
Spring No
Please see Student Jargon Buster for more information about remediation types and timing. 

Feedback Strategy/Strategies

• Group/class feedback, post-assessment

How will my Feedback be Delivered?

Not yet recorded.

Name Role
Tonya Allen Lecturer / Co-Lecturer
Dr Adam Grainger Lecturer / Co-Lecturer

Timetabling information is displayed only for guidance purposes, relates to the current Academic Year only and is subject to change.
Autumn Lecture Offering 1 Week(s) - 4, 7, 10 Fri 13:00 - 13:50
Autumn Lecture Offering 1 Week(s) - Autumn: All Weeks Fri 14:00 - 16:50
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