Course modules
Year 1
Academic & Vocational Skills
This module provides students with first-hand experience where students will use the golf environment to develop practical and technical skills. Students will record and reflect on their own personal development during the module, both practically and academically.
Introduction to the Golf Business
This module will provide an introduction to the financial planning and management techniques required to run a successful business enterprise as well as introducing the process of event management, developing the student’s knowledge and understanding of how to plan, organise and prepare for the delivery of a golf event. The module will also 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.
An Introduction to Golf Course Design and Agronomy
This module provides the golf student with the underpinning knowledge and acquisition of skills necessary to achieve the outcome of an effective golf course playing surface, as well as the introduction of golf course design.
Applied Golf Science & Equipment Technology
The module will identify a range of scientific advances made relating to the game of golf and how these have impacted on the game. Students will be introduced 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. Equipment repairs and maintenance are also considered. In addition, the module is designed to introduce the student to the relationship between psychological factors and performance in golf.
Golf Retail Management
The aim of this module is to provide an understanding and knowledge of the extent of the golf retailing business & marketing environment. 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 exploring strategies and supporting concepts in a sports marketing context.
Golf Coaching Principles and Practice
This module provides the theory of the coaching process. It identifies the main philosophies, styles and practices of golf coaching. These include skill acquisition, delivery techniques, child protection, equity and coaching and the law.
Year 2
Industry Project
This module applies the practical, technical and personal skills developed in the Academic & Vocational Skills module in Year One. Students will select a structured work environment 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 project to develop professional working relationships to complement their preferred career route.
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, including the custom fit process & equipment building. In addition, the module will apply specific conditioning practices to the enhancement of player performance and develop the process of course management & lifestyle. The student is also introduced to the relationship between psychological factors and performance in golf.
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.
Sports Event Management
The student will be introduced to the planning and organisation of golfing events, from the highest professional level to local 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.
Golf Club Operations
This module will provide an overview of the range of different golf club types & facilities provided within the golf industry. The student will also examine the staffing, operational management and maintenance of such facilities.
Coaching for Sport Performance
This module gives the student the opportunity to develop and appreciate the coaching skills, techniques and strategies for golf. It develops an awareness in students of the demands and considerations of golf coaching.
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
- Access to HE Diploma 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 and workshops. Students will be expected to undertake extensive independent study and research to support lectures, seminars and assessments. Students will also have access to UCLAN Myerscough's virtual learning environment.
To assist in the delivery of the modules and the development of students' golf skills the College has a number of fantastic facilities. These include: a 9 hole golf course, a driving range, ZEN putting green, video analysis equipment, biomechanics RS Footscan, Science & Motion putting lab, Flightscope, Trackman (x3), K-Vest, Indoor Golf Academy, Sports Centre and Fitness Suite, putting and chipping areas, and golf simulators (including GC2 & Garmin).
Assessment:
Students will face a variety of assessments including workbooks; sports science laboratory and field-based testing; essays; reports, group and individual presentations, student led practical sessions and personal development files.
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. Please have a look at the attached presentation document for further information and examples.
UCLan Sports Scholarship – Golf
The University of Central Lancashire also offers opportunities for student athletes to be supported with their aspirations of maintaining their playing career whilst also studying for a high-quality degree.
Their panel will consider applicants as part of the admissions cycle and will offer support to those they feel will make a valuable contribution to the University’s sporting objectives - Please see: Sports scholarships
Sports scholarships - University of Central Lancashire - UCLan
We invite applications from talented individuals who are competing at a high level within their sport, as long as it is a British Universities and Colleges Sport (BUCS) sport BUCS Sports or para sport BUCS Para Sport (i.e. a sport at which universities compete). The criteria upon which these ...
Progression
On successful completion of the course, students may apply for final year of the BA (Hons) Golf Management (Top-up)
Careers
Examples of career routes can you follow by undertaking the FdA Golf Management:
Director of Golf / Golf Operations Manager
Golf Event Management
Golf Retail
Golf Equipment Technician
Professional Golfer
Golf Coach
Golf Sport Science Consultant - Biomechanist, Strength and Conditioning Coach, Nutritionist, Sports Psychologist
Golf Rules Official
Golf Manufacturer Representatives
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 items that are essential for the course include:
- Student corporate clothing / uniform - £75.00
Additional costs for enrichment opportunities and items that are optional for the course include:
- 'Inside the Ropes' work placement opportunity - Alfred Dunhill Links Championship, St Andrews (DP World Tour) - £100.00
- 'Inside the Ropes' work placement opportunity - PIF / Golf Saudi Ladies Saudi International, Riyadh (LET / LPGA Tours) - £695.00
- 'Inside the Ropes' work placement opportunity - BMW PGA Championship, Wentworth (DP World Tour) - £140.00
- 'Inside the Ropes' work placement opportunity - LIV Golf Riyadh, Saudi Arabia - £165.00 (Subsidised by Golf Saudi / P54)
- 'Inside the Ropes' work placement opportunity - ARAMCO Team Series, Centurion Club - Free
- Warm Weather Training / Player Development Camp, Malaga (January 2026) - £845.00
- Myerscough College Golf Course Membership – Free
- On-site Gym Membership - Free
- Weekly student playing Tour – The 2K25 Tour - £20- £40 per event dependant on host venue.