Course modules
Year 1
Academic & Vocational Skills
This module provides students with first-hand experience where students will use their industry environment to develop practical and technical skills. Students will record and reflect on their own personal development during the module.
Introduction to the Golf Business
To provide an overview of the role of an entrepreneurship, marketing and a critical understanding of the management of golf events and further develop appropriate event management skills from planning, organisation and the delivery of a golf event.
An Introduction to Golf Course Design and Agronomy
This module will provide the student with the underpinning knowledge and allow for the acquisition of skills necessary to achieve the outcome of an effective golf course playing surface.
Golf Retail & Marketing
The aim of this module is to provide an understanding and knowledge of the extent of the golf retailing business. Many issues will be developed in the student, enabling their own investigation in to this dynamic sector including investigate and analysis the structure of the golf retailing sector, identifying the key issues in the retail of golf products and services and recommend improved retailing strategies. Strategies and supporting concepts in a sports marketing context are explored to provide students with knowledge understanding in relation to relevant golf products/services.
Year 2
Professional Golf Practice
The student will evaluate the impact of scientific and technological advances in the game of golf through practical application and personal development.
Applied Golf Science & Technology (Double module)
The module will identify a range of scientific advances made relating to the game of golf and how these have impacted on the game. The aim of this module is to develop and introduce students to the various designs and materials of club heads and their effects on ball flight and player performance. The importance of taking into account the correct combination of the clubs various components is considered. The regulations that the golfing authorities make and the requirements of the manufacturers is considered.
Research Development
Building on theory explored throughout the course the aim of this module is to develop the ability of students to undertake investigative research and underpin dissertation and double project work at Level 6. The module will focus upon information-related academic and market research skills, research methodology, data collection techniques, data analysis and writing skills.
Year 3
Sports Event Management
This is about understanding the planning and organisation of golfing events. The module content provides the theoretical knowledge of event planning and management which is then applied to the task of planning/managing and funding/resourcing a student-led golf event.
Human Resource Management for Golf
This will enable the student to examine the organisational structures and potential aims and objectives of golf related business. It also aims to study working human resource relationships and their contribution to effective management.
Golf Club Operations
This module will provide an overview of the range of different facilities which might be provided at golf clubs. The student will also examine the staffing, operation and maintenance of facilities.
Industry Project
Industry Project This module applies the practical, technical and personal skills developed in the Work Skills Development. It will utilise a structured work environment for students to identify a suitable project, and work with their supervisor in developing and managing the project and reporting on the outcomes. Students will be encouraged to use the work project to develop professional working relationships and identify their chosen career options.
Entry requirements & additional information
Entry requirements
5 GCSE passes at Grade C (4) or above (including Maths and English or equivalent)
Plus 48 UCAS Tariff points from one or more of the following:
• 2 A-levels (A2), at least one at C or above
• BTEC/C&G Level 3
• 2 Scottish Highers at C or above
• 3 Irish Highers at C or above
• International Baccalaureate at 24 points
• NVQ Level 3 in a relevant discipline
AS levels, BTEC Subsidiary Diploma and Scottish Intermediate 2s may be used to contribute to entry requirements but they are not sufficient for entry on their own. Alternative equivalent qualifications will also be considered positively.
Applicants who believe they may be eligible for Accreditation of Prior Certificated and/or Experiential Learning (APCL/APEL) for certain modules will be considered on an individual basis.
Applicants for whom English is a second language must be able to demonstrate proof of International English Language Testing System (IELTS) at level 6.0 (with no component score lower than 5.5) or equivalent.
All offers may be subject to successful interview.
Learning and assessment
Learning Environment:
Learning activities on the course are diverse, including lectures, seminars, tutorials, practical sessions and workshops.
Students are expected to undertake extensive independent study and research to support lectures, seminars and assessments. Group work and group presentations form an important part of the course. Students will have access to specialist IT hardware and software, an on-line learning environment and reference facility.
Assessment:
Students will complete a variety of assessments including performance planning and analysis, coaching plan and handbook, coaching session, multimedia presentation, multiple choice tests, essays, reports, peer assessment, training plans, logbook, personal action plan, mini project and method critique.
Additional Information:
Students completing this Foundation Degree may apply to progress onto the final year of the BA (Hons) Golf Management (Top-up).
What work experience can I get?
There is no formal work placement on this course. The Academic and Vocational Skills and Industry Project modules will utilise both on and off site working environments to provide the opportunity for students to develop real practical and technical skills and help prepare them for employment in their chosen subject area.
Progression
Students completing this Foundation Degree may apply for the final year of the BA (Hons) Golf Management (Top-up).
Careers
The course aims to provide a programme of golf management education which will enable degree holders to analyse key academic themes in the subject area and critically evaluate the wide range of management issues within different sectors of the Golf Industry, which will therefore prepare them for a successful career in the UK or overseas. The course promotes an ethos of self-development and reflection throughout the curriculum in order to foster that greater personal awareness and confidence necessary to manage others. The course is designed with the intention that its graduates will be able to function effectively at a managerial level within the Golf Industry. Modular content emphasises the importance of career development and planning throughout.
Special requirements
It should be noted that to succeed on this course it is not a pre-requisite to be a low handicap golfer. However a strong interest in the game and practical involvement would be of value. It is important that the student can relate theory to practice in a variety of situations.
Additional costs for opportunities and items that are optional for the course include:
- Student corporate clothing - £75.00
- Dunhill Links Championship, St Andrews (PGA European Tour) - £100.00
- Turkish Airlines Open, Antalya (PGA European Tour) - £625.00
- BMW PGA Championship, Wentworth (PGA European Tour) - £120.00
- Warm Weather Training Camp, Vilamoura, Portugal - £725.00
- Golf Course (Myerscough College GC) Membership - £49.00
- Annual Locker Hire - £10
- Collegiate / Prospects Tour Membership - £100 (+ fee per qualifying event)