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Sport - Rugby Development Academy Level 1-3 (Sept '12)
This course information relates to courses starting in September 2012.
Course code: tbc
Course category: Full-time
End Qualification: BTEC Diploma
Starting month: September
Starting year: 2012
Course location: Pelham Campus, Brighton Blues Rugby Club
Course aims:
The Rugby Development Academy can only be studied alongside a full time BTEC programme.
Brighton Blues RFC, in association with City College, is offering this unique Rugby Development Academy programme.
The aim of the academy is to provide high quality rugby coaching for talented young people alongside a sound and valuable education at City College.
Students will receive specialist rugby coaching from an experienced and qualified professional coaching team at Brighton Rugby Club, and will train three times per week and play competitive matches on a Wednesday afternoon in local and national league and cup competitions. You will benefit from professional coaching, excellent facilities (full-sized 3-G pitch, full-sized grass pitch, gym) and an atmosphere that will foster competitive and encouraging development of your game.
Alongside the game elements, you will study for a BTEC qualification in Sport, as well as several specialised coaching badges. This will not only help your game development but also give you the skills and confidence towards a career outside of playing.
Course content:
As well as the units associated with the relevant BTEC qualification, you will also study:
- Practical Rugby Training/ Coaching
- 1st4Sport Level 1 Certificate in Coaching Rugby Union
Facilities for students:
Brighton Rugby Club facilities include;
1 x full-size 3-G pitch
2 x full-size grass rugby pitches
Based at City College East campus, we are now a major provider of sports courses in the South-East.
Our students benefit from fantastic outdoor and indoor facilities including full-size, all weather and grass pitches, an indoor sports hall, dance studio and gym.
Assessment: Assessment includes:
- Practical assessment (of rugby performance)
- Practical Assessment of coaching
- Coursework (portfolio assessment)
Awarding Body: BTEC
Entry Requirements:
Entry requirements differ depending on the level of BTEC qualification you are studying:
Foundation:
Minimum of 4 GCSEs at grade G or better or an equivalent Entry level qualification (eg BTEC, City & Guilds, NOCN). You will need to demonstrate an interest in the subject area. You will be asked to complete an initial assessment to see if this is the right course for you. There will be an opportunity to discuss your requirements at an informal interview.
Intermediate:
Minimum of 4 GCSEs at Grades E or better or an equivalent level 1 qualification (eg BTEC or City & Guilds). It is desirable to have a level 1 qualification in English (eg GCSE Grade E or better) and in a subject related to your chosen area of study.
Advanced:
A minimum of 4 GCSEs at grade C or better or an equivalent level 2 qualification (eg BTEC or City & Guilds). It is desirable to have a level 2 qualification in English (eg GCSE grade C or better) and in a subject related to your chosen area of study.
You will also be required to be playing Rugby to a high standard and will attend a trial.
Progression and links:
After successfully completing this course you may wish to further your coaching skills by progressing onto:
* 1st4Sport Level 2 Certificate in Coaching Rugby Union
* NCFE Level 3 Certificate in Sports Coaching
You may wish to further develop you academic training and after successfully completing a Level 3 qualification you can progress onto University.
The Academy aims to provide you with the quality training and coaching required to give you every chance of progressing into the amateur or professional ranks of Rugby.
Costs of your Course:
There are five parts to the cost of your course:
- Tuition Fees
- College registration
- Awarding Body registration
- Resource Fee
- Exam / Assessment Fees
Tuition fees
How much will the Tuition Fees cost?
Below are the fees for this course.
Free Study and Financial Support
All full time courses are free to EU residents who are under 19 years old on the 31st August 2012. The only fees you have to pay are for specialist resources and equipment and the cost of these varies from £25 to £300 depending upon the subject you are studying.
Depending on your circumstances, you may be eligible for financial help from the college's learner support funds. You should apply for financial support as soon as you receive your offer letter.
For more information on financial assitance, please follow the link below.
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City College Brighton - Full-time course - Sport - Rugby Development Academy Level 1-3 (Sept '12)
Disclaimer:
Although the information given is believed to be correct at the time of publication, it does not form any part of a
contract between City College Brighton and Hove and the student. Courses may be subject to change.
Timetables are subject to change and you should check with your tutor prior to enrolment for the details of your timetable.
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