Study With Community Foundation In 2017/18

Monday, February 20th 2017

Bristol Rugby Community Foundation’s Level Two Diploma course is a one-year programme suitable for post-16 boys and girls of all academic and playing abilities, who are passionate about furthering their experience within rugby coaching.

Based inside Ashton Gate Stadium, students will have access to purpose-built classrooms and facilities, creating an inspiring learning environment.

Alongside the academic requirements of the course, which cover a diverse range of units, students will participate in more than eight hours of coaching work experience sessions per week across a range of community programmes.

Community Foundation is extremely committed to enhancing students’ employability skills, which is why students who enrol on to this course have access to valuable work experience in community or academy projects. This opportunity allows students to enhance their delivery and CV accordingly, which can assist them in getting a head start in their career path.

Course Summary

Academic Qualification

Diploma Level 2 in Sports Studies

Content

12 hours of education per week
Over eight hours of coaching practical per week
Six units ranging from anatomy and physiology to event management
Primarily assessed through weekly coursework
Coach Education sessions led by RFU Educators
Valuable work experience in community or academy projects

Costs

This course is FREE to enrol on to for all students. There is however, a compulsory £150 (approx.) cost for Bristol Rugby kit.

Start Date

September 2017

Prerequisites to Apply

A minimum of four GCSEs in any subject
Have a keen interest in rugby and coaching

Exit Routes

Entry onto a Level 3 course
Job opportunities at Bristol Rugby Community Foundation or Bristol Sport Foundation
Job opportunities within the leisure industry
Advanced Apprenticeship

For information, please contact Bristol Rugby Community Foundation on 01179 581641 or email ccapel@bristolrugby.co.uk