UDJC - Sem 1
The UDJC course has two semesters where the syllabus contains core elements common to sectors required for high-performance coaches' qualification. On completion of a UDJC course that includes the successful completion of the online theory phases (a minimum of 60% passing rate in each theory modules examination) in both, Semester 1 and Semester 2, as well as the one-week practical session (a minimum of 60% passing rate in, Tachi-waza and Ne-waza examinations) the coach will be expected to be able to identify and coach the basic competition model for National, Regional, and International level. The coach will also be expected to be able to plan and implement a series of appropriate training sessions within the context of an annual training plan.
INTRODUCTION
Programme Name
Undergraduate Diploma as Judo Coach (UDJC)
Programme Level
Level 5 of the Malta Qualifications Framework (MQF) and the European Qualifications Framework (EQF) for Lifelong Learning.
Higher Education Programme.
This new course is the update to the old Level 1 Instructor, which remains valid but now this is accredited academically according to the European Qualification Framework (EQF) Level 5 and includes ECTS 60 credits. More information about EQF is here.
Accreditation
The programme is accredited by the Malta Further and Higher Education Authority.
Licence Number 2018-015
Licence Category
Higher Education Institution - available here; search for IJF Academy Foundation.
IMPORTANT NOTE FOR APPLICATION ELIGIBILITY
To be eligible for application, students must have completed the UCJI Certificate and achieved a score of 80% or higher in both Nage-waza and Katame-waza during the Instructor-Level 1 or UCJI Practical Session.
COURSE FEE
EURO 1,500 for new enrolments.
EURO 1,150 for former qualification holders of Level 2 – Coach may enrol and upgrade their qualification to UDJC.
The course fee payment must be completed before the semester starts (the first day).
The posted Course fee covers the online session only. If a student is eligible to attend the practical session after Semester 2 of UDJC is completed successfully, the following additional cost must be covered by the student:
International travel costs to the location of the practical session.
The local organiser calculates seven-day board and accommodation costs.
Personal insurance cost with COVID-19 coverage.
SEMESTER 1 - TIMELINE
Application deadline: Sunday, 14 July 2024
First day: Monday, 5 August 2024
Last day: Sunday midnight, 17 November 2024 (Coordinated Universal Time)
This period covers the online theory part of Semester 1 of 15 weeks.
Students must be nominated by their respective National Judo Federation. The nomination form can be requested from academy@ijf.org
SEMESTER 2 - TIMELINE
First day: Monday, 3 March 2025
Last day: Sunday midnight, 7 July 2025 (Coordinated Universal Time)
This period covers the online theory part of Semester 2 of 18 weeks.
Only those who successfully finished Semester 1 can start Semester 2. Eligible students will be enroled by IJF Academy and will receive a personal email notification.
UPCOMING SEMESTER 1 - TIMELINE
The IJF Academy will launch the Semester 1 session of the UDJC course annually, in August only,
Application deadline: Sunday, 13 July 2025
First day: Monday, 5 August 2025
Last day: Sunday midnight, 17 November 2025 (Coordinated Universal Time)
This period covers the online theory part of Semester 1 of 15 weeks.
Students must be nominated by their respective National Judo Federation. The nomination form can be requested from academy@ijf.org
Dr. Tibor KOZSLA
Envic GALEA
