Esports Education: Coaching, Health and Wellbeing

This exciting new Foundation Degree is both highly innovative and different to others available, even those in newly emerging esports field. Delivered using our leading esports facilities as well as the higher education and sport campus, students will have the opportunity to work with people with similar interests and aims in this new and exciting area of study. The programme builds on existing skills and supports the development of transferable skills related to esports, sport, health, physical activity, coaching and health. The programme has a focus on skills development and practical application of knowledge using our strong links and network of partnerships. The course is inter-disciplinary in nature meaning that students experience a range of learning and teaching methods, assessments and potential opportunities for further study and employment upon completion.

Course Modules

Year 1:
Introduction to Academic Research Skills
Principles & Practice of Self-development
Fundamentals of Teaching & Coaching
Psychology of Physical Activity
Current Contexts of Physical Education and Esports
Ethical Considerations in Esports

Year 2:
Advanced Academic Research Skills
Employability, Enterprise and Creativity
Sports Coaching Pedagogy
Social & Contemporary Issues in Sport
Enhancing Learning in Esports and Educational Settings
Healthy Lifestyles & Wellbeing in Esports

https://www.barnsley.ac.uk/course/esports-education-coaching-health-and-wellbeing-foundation-degree-full-time