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Professional Golf

Scotland`s Rural College (SRUC)

Venues

Elmwood Campus

Content

Throughout this course you will develop competencies in key skills required for employment in the industry or progression to degree level study. You will gain an understanding of coaching theories, scientific principles relating to skill acquisition and fitness as well as the importance of research informing effective practice.

You will develop an understanding and gain experience of coaching beginners and improvers and working with mixed ability groups in golf. You will develop an awareness of retail, finance, course maintenance and the wider operations required to run a golf facility.

Example modules: Golf Coaching Advanced Performance Skills; Sports Mechanics; Event Management; Research Investigation; Psychology of Performance.

Entry Requirements

2 Highers plus evidence of regular participation in golf, such as handicap level and club membership, or relevant national qualifications at SCQF Level 6.

Progression Routes

HND Professional Golf

Start Date

September

Qualification

HNC

Study Method

Full time

UCAS Code

4T80

Course Length

1 year

Department

Golf

SCQF Level

7

Website

www.sruc.ac.uk

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