School of Physical Education and Sports
Coaching Education
Applications open
Tuition and study format
Academic year: 2026/27
Intakes and application dates
- 2026/2027 Ön BaşvuruApplications openJanuary 1, 2026 — August 31, 2027
Programme information package
The programme's definition and learning outcomes, as the university publishes them in its official information package.
Programme definition
History
The Coaching Education Department was established in 2016 within the School of Physical Education and Sports. The department admitted its first students in the 2016-2017 academic year and graduated its first cohort in 2021.
Qualification Awarded
Instead of bringing the program completed all the requirements for graduates "Postgraduate Diploma in Coaching areas" will receive the degree. Degree: Bachelor's Degree in Coaching Education Title: Coach, Assistant Coach
Level of Qualification (Short Cycle , First Cycle , Second Cycle, Third Cycle)
Bachelor's Degree (EQF-LLL Level 6)
Specific Admission Requirements
General Admission Requirements Students who wish to enroll in the department are made in accordance with the relevant principles of the Higher Education Law No.2547 within the framework of the academic and legal legislation of the university. The student must complete and succeed the processes - exams- criterions determined by the Nişantaşı University Special Talent Exam instruction. A student who has started the education in an equivalent program at national or foreign university can be applied for undergraduate transfer. The acceptance of the student is evaluated within the scope of the relevant regulations of Nişantaşı University, taking into account the conditions of each student and the degree to which they apply, before the semester starts. First of all, the candidate must have taken the YKS (Higher Education Institutions Exam) conducted by ÖSYM in the year of application and have their TYT (Basic Proficiency Test) score calculated. Students who meet this requirement must participate in the Special Talent Exam held on the dates announced by the university. The Placement Score for student admission is determined based on the Special Talent Exam Score, TYT Score, and High School Achievement Score. Students who have earned the right to register must complete their financial obligations and complete the registration process by the announced registration dates. Please follow the university and department websites/pages for Special Talent Exam dates. Please review the relevant legislation. School of Physical Education and Sports Special Talent Exam Regulations Foreign Nationals: Foreign students are accepted based on criteria determined by the University Senate. Please review the relevant web page. Horizontal Transfer: A student who has started studying in an equivalent program domestically or internationally can apply for a horizontal transfer. The acceptance of the student is individually and specially evaluated before the semester starts, considering each student's conditions and the degree they applied for. Please review the relevant legislation. Nişantaşı University Associate and Bachelor's Degree Horizontal Transfer Regulations Regulation on Transfer Between Associate and Bachelor's Degree Programs, Double Major, Minor, and Credit Transfer Between Institutions in Higher Education Institutions Exchange Students: Students coming from domestic and international institutions under university-approved and framework-defined student exchange programs can take the courses offered in the program.
Specific Arrangements For Recognition Of Prior Learning (Formal, Non-Formal and Informal)
With the student's own application, the courses at the university where the student previously studied are evaluated in terms of course content and course hours by the Compliance Committee established by the department. Students' prior education and achievements may be recognized in accordance with the "Istanbul Nisantasi University Directive on Recognition of Prior Learning, Course Equivalency, and Adaptation Principles," and exemptions from necessary courses may be provided accordingly.
Qualification Requirements and Regulations
The students of the Department of Coaching Education, after providing the special talent exam and related protocols, have a total of 240 ECTS of the courses they take during their 4-year education. The qualification conditions and rules are as described in the "Graduation Conditions" section.
Profile of The Programme
Certainly, here is the vision, mission, objectives, and general information of the coaching department: **Vision:** The vision of the Coaching Department is to elevate leadership and professionalism standards in the field of sports by providing students with ethically grounded, internationally recognized education, thereby contributing to the development of sports and societal welfare. **Mission:** The mission of the Coaching Department is to equip students with strong theoretical knowledge and practical skills, preparing them for successful careers in the sports industry and enabling them to create positive impacts in society. **Objectives:** 1. To provide students with a solid foundation in coaching knowledge and skills. 2. To enhance students' leadership, communication, and teamwork skills. 3. To cultivate respected and reliable coaches who adhere to ethical values. 4. To ensure that students acquire in-depth knowledge in sports sciences, human anatomy, and physiology. 5. To offer students internship and practical opportunities to gain real-world experiences. **General Information:** - The department operates within the School of Physical Education and Sports. - Students receive undergraduate education in coaching. - The program includes both theoretical courses and practical training sessions. - Students have the opportunity to specialize in different sports branches and acquire management skills. - The department collaborates with national and international sports federations to provide students with extensive career opportunities.
Occupational Profiles of Graduates With Examples
Coaching Education Department graduates, Youth and Sports General Directorate of central and provincial organizations, public institutions and organizations of the central and provincial organizations, the amateur and the professional sports clubs, the media, can have a career in higher education institutions. They work as trainers and assistant coaches in schools affiliated to the Ministry of National Education. In addition, they can take part in teaching and organizing sports activities such as private sports halls and tourism sector. A student who successfully completes the program can apply for a master's and doctoral degree in the field of Coaching Education or other disciplines that accept students from this field.
Access to Further Studies
Candidates who have successfully completed their undergraduate education in the Department of Coaching Education can study in postgraduate programs with the grades obtained from the science exam, provided that they get a valid grade from the Academic Personnel and Postgraduate Education (ALES) exam. Graduates of the program can enroll in 4-year undergraduate programs through the Vertical Transfer Examination (DGS) organized by OSYM every year. You can access the list of relevant undergraduate programs eligible for vertical transfer from the OSYM DGS Guide.
Examination Regulations, Assessment and Grading
At the beginning of the semester, students who register for the relevant course must have attended at least 70% of the theoretical classes and at least 80% of the practical classes in order to be eligible to take the end-of-semester exam. Students are subjected to midterm and end-of-semester exams for each course. The contribution to the final grade is 40% for the midterm exam (which may include scores from assessment tools such as assignments, laboratory exams, quizzes, etc.) and 60% for the end-of-semester exam. You can click on the course name listed in the Curriculum for the measurement and evaluation criteria of each course. You can review the relevant regulations and directives. Nişantaşı University Associate's and Bachelor's Degree Education, Instruction, and Examination Regulation Examination and Assessment System Directive Nişantaşı University Department of Foreign Languages Education, Instruction, and Examination Regulation Nişantaşı University Turkish Teaching Application and Research Center (Nişantaşı TOMER) Education, Instruction, and Examination Regulation tim-ve-sinav-yonergesi-676221518.pdf
Graduation Requirements
Bachelor's Degree For students to be eligible for graduation, they must successfully complete all courses listed in the curriculum (totaling at least 240 ECTS credits) and achieve a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.00 out of 4.00 at the graduation stage. Please review the relevant regulations and directives. Nişantaşı University Associate's and Bachelor's Degree Education, Instruction, and Examination Regulation Nişantaşı University Directive on Professional Practices in the 8th Semester Nişantaşı Üniversitesi Diploma, Diploma Eki Ve Diğer Belgelerin Düzenlenmesine İlişkin Yönerge 511959282.pdf
Mode of Study (Full-Time, Part-Time, E-Learning )
Tam Zamanlı
Address, Programme Director or Equivalent
Maslak Mahallesi, Taşyoncası St., No: 1V and No:1Y 1453 NeoTech Campus -5. floor room:302 Tel: +90 (212) 210 10 10-1160, District of Sarıyer, Province of İstanbul e-mail: esen.kale@nisantası.edu.tr
Facilities
Opportunities provided in the coaching education department typically include theoretical knowledge and practical skills related to the coaching profession as well as sports sciences, sports psychology, communication skills, leadership, and management. The opportunities offered in this department may include: 1. Theoretical Courses: Theoretical courses in sports sciences, coaching theory, sports psychology, nutrition, physiology, and related fields are offered. 2. Practical Applications: Practical opportunities are provided for students to develop coaching skills through fieldwork, internships, and observation opportunities. 3. Collaboration and Internship Opportunities: The department collaborates with sports clubs, federations, or other sports organizations to offer students internship and work experience opportunities. 4. Training and Seminars: Expert speakers and trainers organize training sessions and seminars to provide students with additional knowledge and experience. 5. Laboratory Facilities: Practical experiences are gained through access to laboratory facilities in areas such as physiology, biomechanics, and motion analysis. 6. Academic Support and Advising: Academic support and advising services are provided to students to support their academic success and assist them in career planning. 7. Research Opportunities: Students may have the opportunity to participate in research projects and conduct their own research. These opportunities prepare students for a successful career by providing them with the knowledge, skills, and experiences they need in the coaching field.
Programme outcomes
- Follows the scientific developments at national and international level related to the coaching profession.
- Have the field knowledge and special training knowledge specific to different sports branches.
- Contributes to the development of infrastructure and has the knowledge required for training athletes at national and international level.
- Develops a training program suitable for different ages, genders and special groups (children, elderly and disabled individuals), apply and evaluate field and laboratory tests.
- Improves his / her professional competence by taking advantage of multidisciplinary fields in the field of coaching education.
- Plans, organizes and implements the necessary activities to spread sports to all segments of society.
- Have good communication and empathy skills with athletes, teams and other individuals involved in sports.
- Specializes in areas related to the coaching profession (conditioner, coach, match analyst, performance measurement, sports masseur, sports psychology, sports nutrition, etc.).
Programme outcomes and the Turkish Qualifications Framework
Each line is an item of the Turkish Qualifications Framework; the numbers beside it are the programme outcomes that meet it.
KNOWLEDGE
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Possess advanced level theoretical and practical knowledge supported by textbooks with updated information, practice equipments and other resources
Programme outcomes1 · 2 · 3 · 4 · 5 · 6 · 7 · 8
SKILLS
- 1
Use of advanced theoretical and practical knowledge within the field
Programme outcomes1 · 2 · 3 · 4 · 5 · 7 · 8 - 2
Interpret and evaluate data, define and analyze problems, develop solutions based on research and proofs by using acquired advanced knowledge and skills within the field
Programme outcomes1 · 2 · 3 · 5 · 6 · 8
COMPETENCES ( Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility )
- 1
Conduct studies at an advanced level in the field independently
Programme outcomes2 · 3 · 4 · 5 · 6 · 8 - 2
Take responsibility both as a team member and individually in order to solve unexpected complex problems faced within the implementations in the field
Programme outcomes1 · 2 · 3 · 4 · 5 · 6 · 7 · 8 - 3
Planning and managing activities towards the development of subordinates in the framework of a project
Programme outcomes4 · 6 · 8
COMPETENCES ( Learning Competence )
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Evaluate the knowledge and skills acquired at an advanced level in the field with a critical approach
Programme outcomes1 · 2 · 3 · 4 · 5 · 8 - 2
Determine learning needs and direct the learning
Programme outcomes1 · 2 · 5 · 7 · 8 - 3
Develop positive attitude towards lifelong learning
Programme outcomes1 · 2 · 3 · 4 · 5 · 7 · 8
COMPETENCES ( Communication and Social Competence )
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Inform people and institutions, transfer ideas and solution proposals to problems in written and orally on issues in the field
Programme outcomes1 · 2 · 3 · 4 · 6 - 2
Share the ideas and solution proposals to problems on issues in the field with professionals and non-professionals by the support of qualitative and quantitative data
Programme outcomes1 · 2 · 3 · 4 · 8 - 3
Organize and implement project and activities for social environment with a sense of social responsibility
Programme outcomes1 · 3 · 4 · 6 - 4
Monitor the developments in the field and communicate with peers by using a foreign language at least at a level of European Language Portfolio B1 General Level
Programme outcomes— - 5
Use informatics and communication technologies with at least a minimum level of European Computer Driving License Advanced Level software knowledge
Programme outcomes4
COMPETENCES ( Field Specific Competence )
- 1
Act in accordance with social, scientific, cultural and ethic values on the stages of gathering, implementation and release of the results of data related to the field
Programme outcomes1 · 3 · 8 - 2
Possess sufficient consciousness about the issues of universality of social rights, social justice, quality, cultural values and also, environmental protection, worker's health and security
Programme outcomes3 · 6