Level 3 Extended Diploma in Rugby Education Pathway

If you are interested in developing your own rugby skills and performance, alongside the study of coaching and training, then this  BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport and Development (Rugby Pathway) is for you. Tactical skills, physiology, nutrition, coaching and sports performance are just some of the rugby-related subject areas that will be explored.

The BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport and Development (Rugby Pathway) enables students to learn about the theory behind sport in great depth. It gives them the opportunity to gain experience for use in the work place or as a stepping stone to higher education, here at Shrewsbury College or within a wide range of other providers. The variety of subjects gives students the opportunity to study most areas of sport and allows them to decide which field they wish to work towards.

Successful completion of the course will enable you to progress onto the Sports Coaching and Physical Education Foundation Degree at Shrewsbury College or progress onto higher education programmes at other institutions, for example Sports Studies, Sports Management or Sports Science.

A minimum of five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, preferably including English or Maths. Level 2 Diploma (Merit) and grade 4 in English and Maths are preferred.

 This course offers keen rugby players the chance to gain a qualification playing and coaching the game they love! Our expert teachers will guide you through the requirements of rugby coaching and you’ll be taught coaching techniques for both young children and elite professional players. The course includes work placements in local schools and rugby clubs. You will examine your own play and team play, ensuring you improve and develop as a player.

Units include:

• Exercise, Health and Lifestyle
• Team Sport
• Coaching
• Careers in Sport
• Anatomy and Physiology
• Techniques and Tactics in Sport
• Psychology
• Fitness Training
• Fitness Testing
• Nutrition
• Sport Analysis
• Sports injuries
  and more

A combination of use of performance analysis software and GPS assignments, reports, presentations, formal observations, and practical assessments.

Branded kit will need to be purchased at £60, which would be worn within fixtures and when delivering rugby coaching sessions at local schools.

The range of units include:

In Year 1: 

• · Careers in Sport and Active Leisure Industry 
• · Health and Wellbeing in Sport 
• · Developing Coaching Skills 
• · Practical Sport Application 
• · Technical and Tactical Skills 
• · Sports Development 

In Year 2: 

• · Applied Coaching Skills 
• · Research Project 
• · Self-Employment in Sport and Physical Activity 
• · Rules, Regulations & Officiating in Sport 
• · Sports Psychology 
• · Influence of Technology in Sport and Physical Activity

Rugby coaching qualifications and leadership opportunities will be embedded into the course.

You will receive up to six hours of rugby per week from highly experienced coaches and take part in regional and national competitions. Additional RFU courses include Contact Rugby, Headcase online concussion module, tag rugby and Kids First rugby officiating. Progress to higher education at Shrewsbury Colleges Group on the HND in Sport.

You can apply online via the APPLY NOW button. You can also apply for a second, alternative programme of study such as A Levels via a separate application. If after reading this factsheet, you are still undecided about the course most suitable for you, please drop in to one of our Open Evenings, ring Admissions on 01743 342346 or email admissions@scg.ac.uk