Sport with Rugby - Level 3 Diploma

Have you got a passion and talent for rugby? This sports performance academy is the perfect choice for you. The Rugby Academy is delivered alongside our sports diploma, with places subject to maintaining the required academic standard and attendance.

A 'work hard play hard' ethos is expected of all students and a balanced approach to the sporting/academic demands of the programme is essential. The Academy is run by qualified, highly respected and well-known coaches who have developed a unique training programme which includes specialist advice on nutrition, sports therapy, sports psychology and skills development.

As our facilities are of such a high standard, our Rugby Academy has also become a den for the Rochdale Hornets, a partner of the College who use this facility and have provided opportunities for our players to train with them and, in some cases, be signed by them. Therefore, representing a pathway into League 1!

This course is taught at our Middleton campus, located in Middleton, Greater Manchester.

Entry Requirements

In order to begin this course, learners need to have achieved a minimum of 4 GCSEs grade C/4 or above to include English and Mathematics.

Other entry requirements that are accepted are a BTEC Level 2 qualification, NVQ Level 2 or VRQ Level 2.

Details

The rugby academy is run by qualified, highly respected and well-known professional coaches who have developed a unique training programme which includes specialist advice on nutritional, sports therapy, sports psychology and skills development.

TOPICS ON THIS COURSE INCLUDE:

Principles of anatomy and physiology in sport
Sports coaching
Practical team sports
Sports nutrition
Psychology for sports performance
Fitness training and programming
Sports leadership
Organising sports events
Injury in sport

Work Experience

There is no specific work experience required or undertaken for this course however, you will obtain the skills and knowledge that you need in order to progress into a career in the rugby/sports industry.

Progression

Following the completion of this course, you are able to progress onto a Higher Education/Degree course or into employment.

Anne Colgan

The course is great fun - whether it’s for a career or just to enjoy. Most people are nervous when you meet a bunch of new people, but everyone was there to learn and have fun!

Lorraine Dale

It was great to learn from knowledgeable tutors who were more than happy to share their knowledge

Joshua Watt

There are so many fantastic opportunities at Hopwood – be sure to say ‘yes’ to as many as you can!

Saad Farooq

My course opened up many doors and I have achieved a lot since gaining my qualification at such a great University Centre

Helen King-Wilson

Hopwood unlocked capabilities that I did not recognise in myself and gave me the confidence to expand my knowledge

Oliver Lewis

Hopwood’s facilities were top notch – the whole experience really was brilliant

Emily Hamilton

I was slightly older when I started my apprenticeship, but I’m now on an ever-growing career path thanks to the amazing team at Hopwood

Luke Webster

Hopwood Hall College gave me so much to be thankful for. They helped me become the professional I am today